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Occupational cancer burden in Great Britain
Lesley Rushton1, Sally J Hutchings, Lea Fortunato
1Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health and MRC-HPA Centre for Environment and Health, Imperial College London, St Mary's Campus, Norfolk Place, London W2 3PG, UK. l.rushton@imperial.ac.uk
British Journal of Cancer
|June 20, 2012
Summary
Occupational cancer deaths in Britain were estimated at 8010 (5.3%) in 2005. This study quantifies the burden of cancer due to occupation, identifying key carcinogens and at-risk professions.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Epidemiology
- Cancer Research
Background:
- Effective resource allocation for reducing workplace carcinogen exposure requires a robust evidence base.
- Estimating the burden of occupationally related cancer in Britain is crucial for public health initiatives.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an objective estimate of the cancer burden in Britain attributable to occupational exposures.
- To analyze definite or probable human occupational carcinogens identified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer.
Main Methods:
- The study employed statistical approaches and exposure assessments to analyze cancer data.
- Cancer-specific results were grouped by anatomical site, and industry sector results were presented.
- Methods were developed for this project and are being adapted internationally.
Main Results:
- In 2005, 8010 (5.3%) of total cancer deaths in Britain were linked to occupation.
- In 2004, 13,598 cancer registrations were attributed to occupational factors.
- Key cancer sites and carcinogens, including asbestos, diesel engine exhaust, and painter/welder occupations, were highlighted.
Conclusions:
- Occupation significantly contributes to the overall cancer burden in Britain.
- The developed methodologies are valuable for international adaptation and further research into occupational cancer.
- Understanding these links is vital for targeted cancer prevention strategies in the workplace.
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