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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Current Intelligence Bulletin 62: Asbestos Fibers and Other Elongate Mineral Particles: State of the Science and Roadmap for Research

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HHS Non-systematic Review

Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Last Reviewed: March 2011

Workgroups: Occupational Safety and Health Workgroup

This roadmap summarizes current understanding of workplace exposure to and toxicity issues related to asbestos fibers and other elongate mineral particles. Its purpose is to outline a research plan to guide the development of specific research programs and projects.

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Objectives related to this resource (1)

Reduce pneumoconiosis deaths — OSH‑04
Improving

Suggested Citation

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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. (2011). Current Intelligence Bulletin 62: Asbestos Fibers and Other Elongate Mineral Particles: State of the Science and Roadmap for Research [Revised April 2011]. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/2011-159/