There are many factors that can increase the risk of a woman developing breast cancer, including being over 50 years old, having a family history, being childless, etc – but experts are warning about the role of environmental factors as well.
The Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers Inc. (OHCOW) , an organization dedicated to prevent occupational illnesses and injury and to promote the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being of all workers, is pointing to carcinogens at the workplace as a possible reason for concern.
Some occupational factors are related to higher rates of breast cancer, they say, and some exposures, especially at a younger age can be a factor.
They warn against exposure of
- Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), potent atmospheric pollutants that occur in oil, coal, and tar deposits, and are produced as byproducts of fuel burning
- Environmental tobacco smoke
- Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
- Pesticides – all workers should wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling hazardous materials
The best chance against breast cancer is early detection through regular examinations, they say.
Source: Cottage Country Now
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