Health Center researchers investigate health risks to nail salon workers
http://www..advance.uconn.edu/2008/080225/08022513.htm
by Carolyn Pennington - February 25, 2008
When you think of hazardous work, manicurist probably isn't the first job that comes to mind. But if you're pregnant, you should be aware of the risks.
http://www..advance.uconn.edu/2008/080225/08022513.htm
by Carolyn Pennington - February 25, 2008
When you think of hazardous work, manicurist probably isn't the first job that comes to mind. But if you're pregnant, you should be aware of the risks.
The polishes, acrylics, and other products used in nail salons contain some 20 chemicals flagged by the Environmental Protection Agency as having potential symptoms and health effects.
"We're seeing a substantial number of women who work in the beauty industry who are concerned about whether they can work during their pregnancies," says Dr. John Meyer, an assistant professor in the Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine at the Health Center.
The Division partners with the Connecticut Pregnancy Exposure Information Service to provide clinical evaluations and expertise in reducing or preventing workplace exposure that may affect fertility, maternal health, pregnancy, and fetal development.
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