December 31, 2004—The new NIOSH Publication 2004-102: Antineoplastic Agents: Occupational Hazards in Hospitals [DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2004-102] is one of a series of educational brochures that identify potential health hazards encountered by health care workers in hospitals.
The brochure lists antineoplastic agents commonly used in hospitals, work-related health effects associated with these agents, types of workers who may be exposed, and procedures involving a high risk of exposure. The brochure also outlines preventive methods and work practices, gives safety tips for workers, and highlights two case reports.
