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Breast Cancer Incidence among Female Workers by Different Occupations and Industries: A Longitudinal Population-Based Matched Case-Control Study in Taiwan.

Cheng-Ting ShenHui-Min HsiehYun-Shiuan ChuangChih-Hong PanMing-Tsang Wu
Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)
Greater percentages of industrial occupations (i.e., manufacturing, wholesale and retail, or health professionals) were associated with slightly increased breast cancer risk. Further studies should investigate the possible risk factors among female workers in those industries with slightly higher incidence of breast cancer.
Keyphrases
  • risk factors
  • breast cancer risk
  • wastewater treatment
  • heavy metals
  • young adults
  • case control