Breast cancer


Exposures to emerging environmental contaminants and risk of breast cancer in young women: A case-control study using biomarkers of exposure

Complete. This study evaluated the associations between polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) exposure and the risk of breast cancer in young women.

Shiftwork in Canadian industries: A probable cancer risk factor

Completed. Our goal is to raise awareness of shiftwork as a probable cancer risk factor, and identify practical interventions that can be used in workplaces to reduce the negative health effects of shiftwork.

The human and economic burden of occupational cancer in Canada

Complete. This study estimated the number of cancers and cancer deaths occurring in Canada due to workplace exposure to carcinogens, and the economic costs of these cancers.

Women and minorities in occupational cancer research: An update

Completed. To determine trends in occupational cancer research, such as the inclusion and analysis of women and minorities, over the past two decades.