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Interstate Variation In Use Of Narcotics, Dean M. Hashimoto, Dongchun Wang, Kathryn Mueller Dec 2010

Interstate Variation In Use Of Narcotics, Dean M. Hashimoto, Dongchun Wang, Kathryn Mueller

Dean M. Hashimoto

No abstract provided.


The Prevalence Of Pulmonary And Upper Respiratory Tract Symptoms And Spirometric Test Findings Among Newspaper Pressroom Workers Exposed To Solvents, Dean M. Hashimoto, Burton W. Lee, Karl T. Kelsey, Barbara Yakes, Teresa Seitz, David Christiani Sep 1997

The Prevalence Of Pulmonary And Upper Respiratory Tract Symptoms And Spirometric Test Findings Among Newspaper Pressroom Workers Exposed To Solvents, Dean M. Hashimoto, Burton W. Lee, Karl T. Kelsey, Barbara Yakes, Teresa Seitz, David Christiani

Dean M. Hashimoto

To investigate the relationship between exposure to organic solvents and the presence of pulmonary and upper respiratory tract mucous membrane symptoms, we conducted a cross-sectional study of 215 newspaper pressroom workers who were occupationally exposed to organic solvent and lubricant mixtures. Thirty-four compositors, who were not occupationally exposed to the solvents or lubricants, served as controls. Pressroom workers and compositors underwent spirometric testing and were also asked about the presence of cough, phlegm, hemoptysis, dyspnea, wheezing, chest tightness, nose or throat irritation, eye irritation, and sinus trouble. The spirometric results did not significantly differ between the two groups. However, the …


The Future Role Of Managed Care And Capitation In Workers' Compensation, Dean M. Hashimoto Dec 1995

The Future Role Of Managed Care And Capitation In Workers' Compensation, Dean M. Hashimoto

Dean M. Hashimoto

No abstract provided.


Should Asbestos In Buildings Be Regulated On An Environmental Or Occupational Basis?, Dean M. Hashimoto, Troyen A. Brennan, David C. Christiani Nov 1991

Should Asbestos In Buildings Be Regulated On An Environmental Or Occupational Basis?, Dean M. Hashimoto, Troyen A. Brennan, David C. Christiani

Dean M. Hashimoto

The issue of asbestos abatement in buildings may be viewed as part of a larger and more fundamental scientific and social issue: Should asbestos in buildings be regulated on an environmental or an occupational basis? The environmental approach to regulation of hazardous substances has a different emphasis from that of an occupational approach. The environmental approach emphasizes abatement of property damage, while the occupational approach is more concerned with decreased exposure levels and compensation for injuries to health. Similarly, the justifications for the two approaches also have a different emphasis. The need for environmental protection is justified on the basis …


Professor Katz's Study Of Human Relationships, Dean M. Hashimoto, Mark E. Haddad Dec 1987

Professor Katz's Study Of Human Relationships, Dean M. Hashimoto, Mark E. Haddad

Dean M. Hashimoto

No abstract provided.


A Structural Analysis Of The Physician-Patient Relationship In No-Code Decision-Making, Dean M. Hashimoto Nov 1983

A Structural Analysis Of The Physician-Patient Relationship In No-Code Decision-Making, Dean M. Hashimoto

Dean M. Hashimoto

No abstract provided.