Publications by authors named "Chris B McLeod"
Barriers and facilitators for the safe handling of antineoplastic drugs.
J Oncol Pharm Pract
December 2022
Introduction: Antineoplastic drugs are widely used in the treatment of cancer. However, some are known carcinogens and reproductive toxins, and incidental low-level exposure to workers is a health concern. CAREX Canada estimated that approximately 75,000 Canadians are exposed to antineoplastic drugs in workplace settings.
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- - The Occupational Disease Surveillance System (ODSS) studied breast cancer risks linked to different job sectors among Ontario workers from 1983 to 2016, tracking cases via the Ontario Cancer Registry.
- - Findings revealed significantly higher breast cancer risk for both women and men in occupations such as management, administrative/clerical roles, and teaching, with men showing even higher risks in some categories.
- - The study suggests the need for further investigation into job-related risk factors that may contribute to these elevated cancer risks, including sedentary work, shift patterns, and exposure to harmful substances.