Introduction - Given the low incidence of tuberculosis in France, tuberculosis control efforts must focus in particular on limiting nosocomial transmission of the disease. Healthcare...

Following the 1999 Consensus Conference on the medical monitoring of individuals exposed to asbestos, a pilot study was conducted in four regions (Aquitaine, Upper Normandy, Lower...

Epidemiological studies of the general population conducted over the past thirty years have demonstrated a causal relationship between exposure to dust, gases, fumes, and vapors and...

Throughout the 20th century, asbestos was one of the most widely used carcinogens to which workers were exposed in the workplace; non-occupational exposure is also significant for many...

Objectives: Acute gastroenteritis (AGE) is a common cause of hospitalization among children, particularly in winter, even though effective primary and secondary prevention measures are...

In 1996, 15% of reported hepatitis A cases in Italy originated in Campania, with the highest incidence reported in Naples. The consumption of raw or undercooked shellfish is responsible...

How do workers respond to occupational hazards? Under what conditions are they recognized as having an occupational illness? A group of researchers—including physicians and social...

For several years now, the National Agency for the Improvement of Working Conditions has been facing growing demand from companies regarding the prevention of psychosocial risks. In...

Six out of ten employees have a stressful job. How does stress work? What are its effects? Dominique Chouanière presents the current state of scientific knowledge. She emphasizes the...

How can a company implement a stress prevention program? The INRS has developed a step-by-step approach that includes essential steps such as identifying and analyzing warning signs,...