What question did this study set out to answer?

To assess the risk of cancer among firefighters based on existing epidemiologic evidence.

Fire Fighters and Risk of Cancer: An Assessment and Overview of the Epidemiologic Evidence

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

Authors

Epidemiologic review assesses cancer risk among firefighters, indicating potential occupational hazards.

To assess the risk of cancer among firefighters based on existing epidemiologic evidence.
Overview of epidemiologic studies related to firefighters and cancer risk.
Analysis of cancer incidence rates in relation to occupational exposure among firefighters.
Increased incidence of specific cancers in firefighters compared to the general population.
Evidence suggests exposure to carcinogens during firefighting may elevate cancer risk.

Howe et al. (1990) studied this question.

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark