Mesothelioma is a cancer of the tissue that lines internal organs. It is caused by exposure to asbestos.
The Occupational Disease Surveillance System (ODSS) for Ontario Workers
Mesothelioma: Epidemiology and Prognosis
Occupational Cancer and Asbestosis among Asbestos-Exposed Workers in Ontario
From awareness to taking action: Exploring the impact of heightened awareness of workplace exposures in Sarnia and Sudbury
Highlighting important respiratory diseases identified in Ontario workers through the ODSS
The primary purpose of this project was to update our understanding of mesothelioma incidence in Canada, and to examine the changing patterns and time trends. As well, this project examined geographic and clinical determinants of survival in Ontario and British Columbia.