Libby Vermiculite and Death From Cardiovascular Disease

Posted on May 12, 2010 by David Oliver
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While examining the effect of cumulative fiber exposure on lung cancer and mesothelioma among Libby, MT vermiculite workers researchers from the ATSDR noticed dose related increase in deaths from cardiovascular disease. Using a "within-cohort comparison" they were able to demonstrate a significant dose response relationship at or above 44.0 f/cc years. See "Vermiculite Worker Mortality: Estimated Effects of Occupational Exposure to Libby Amphibole".

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