Cancer incidence among male Massachusetts firefighters, 1987–2003

Kang, Dongmug; Davis, Leonard G.; Hunt, Phillip R.; Kriebel, David

doi:10.1002/ajim.20549

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“…The atomic bombs released far greater levels of nonradioactive toxins and caused burns, with chronic inflammation being potentially carcinogenic. Firefighters have increased cancer risks, suggesting that inhalation of carcinogenic and toxic compounds brings an occupational cancer risk (110)(111)(112)(113)(114)(115).…”

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The Linear No-Threshold Relationship Is Inconsistent with Radiation Biologic and Experimental Data

Tubiana¹,

Feinendegen²,

Yang³

et al. 2009

Radiology

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Section: Epidemiologic Datamentioning

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The Linear No-Threshold Relationship Is Inconsistent with Radiation Biologic and Experimental Data

Tubiana¹,

Feinendegen²,

Yang³

et al. 2009

Radiology

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“…Previous studies have found that firefighters are at high risk of death from cardiovascular events (3)(4)(5)(6) and are also at high risk of developing certain types of cancer (7)(8)(9)(10)(11). Improving the health and wellness of firefighters through programs designed specifically to address the job-related hazards they face is therefore a priority for national and international organizations (12, 13).…”

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“…Several studies have suggested that firefighters have an increased risk of developing certain cancers, including leukemia and cancers of the colon, brain, thyroid, and bladder (8)(9)(10)(11).…”

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Implementation of the First Wellness-Fitness Evaluation for the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department

Winter¹,

Seals²,

Martin³

et al. 2010

Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings

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“…Firefighters are exposed to a number of chemicals in their work environment which is dynamic and the chemicals range from innocuous to known carcinogens (Kang, Davis, Hung, & Kriebel, 2008). During an "overhaul" procedure where firefighters extinguish hidden fires, self-contained breathing apparatus are not used.…”

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“…Firefighters are at risk of developing a range of cancers among other health problems and these include leukemia, bladder cancer, brain cancer, colon cancer, kidney cancer and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (Kang et al, 2008;; Golden, Markowitz, & Landrigan, 1995;Guidotti, 1995;Guidotti, 2007;Youakim, 2006). A preliminary search of the scientific literature on prostate cancer and occupation indicated that prostate cancer among firefighters was underreported.…”

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The Risk of Prostate Cancer from Occupational Exposures in Male Firefighters

Wong¹,

Gomes²

2011

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Le cancer de la prostate est le cancer le plus fréquemment diagnostiqué chez les hommes. Étant donné qu'il se développe lentement, on peut prévenir la mortalité si on détecte et traite la tumeur alors qu'elle n'en est encore qu'à ses premiers stades de développement. On a démontré que des facteurs environnementaux pouvaient augmenter le risque de cancer de la prostate. Quelques recherches ont été effectuées sur les niveaux de cancer de la prostate chez les pompiers, mais peu d'articles ont été publiés à ce sujet. Cette étude vise à trouver une corrélation entre le métier de pompier et le niveau de cancer de la prostate. L'article indique des agents cancérigènes potentiels liés au métier de pompier. Cette étude analyse cinq articles ayant utilisé différentes méthodes d'obtention des cas et des cohortes étudiés, ainsi que diverses méthodes de comparaison. Néanmoins, les articles étudiés ont conclu à une corrélation positive entre le niveau d'exposition des pompiers dans le cadre de leur métier et le niveau de cancer de la prostate. Les produits chimiques suspectés d'être des agents cancérigènes par ces études sont les hydrocarbures aromatiques polycycliques (HAP) et la fumée d'incendie. Cependant, les études ultérieures devront être plus rigoureuses dans le calcul des niveaux de cancer de la prostate, en tenant compte de facteurs liés au style de vie, et d'autres variables confondantes comme le tabac et la durée estimée de l'exposition. Mots-clés :Pompier, exposition professionnelle, néoplasme de la prostate Abstract:Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men. Since prostate cancer is a slow developing cancer, mortality can be prevented if the tumour is detected and treated in its early stages. There is proof that environmental exposures can increase the risk of prostate cancer. Many papers have performed data analyses on prostate cancer levels in firefighters. There has been some research on firefighter prostate cancer levels but few reviews on the topic. This paper focuses on finding whether there is a correlation between firefighting occupation and levels of prostate cancer. As well, this paper notes potential carcinogens within the firefighting occupation. Five papers were included in this review; these papers used different methods to obtain the cases and cohorts for the study. The papers also used different controls for comparison. Nevertheless, the papers found in the search supported a positive correlation between exposures in firefighting occupations and the level of prostate cancer. The two chemicals that were suspected carcinogens in these studies were Polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) and fire smoke. However, future research can be more rigorous in calculations of prostate cancer levels by including lifestyle factors, other confounders such as smoking, and estimated length of exposure.

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Cancer incidence among male Massachusetts firefighters, 1987–2003

Abstract: These findings are compatible with previous reports, adding to the evidence that firefighters are at increased risk of a number of types of cancer.

Cited by 71 publications

References 43 publications

The Linear No-Threshold Relationship Is Inconsistent with Radiation Biologic and Experimental Data

The Linear No-Threshold Relationship Is Inconsistent with Radiation Biologic and Experimental Data

Implementation of the First Wellness-Fitness Evaluation for the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department

The Risk of Prostate Cancer from Occupational Exposures in Male Firefighters

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