Summary
The November-December 1974 issue of HealthPAC Bulletin focuses on the extensive cover-ups by the asbestos industry regarding the health hazards associated with asbestos exposure. It highlights how industry-funded research has consistently downplayed the dangers of asbestos, with institutions like Harvard Medical School accepting grants from tobacco companies to divert attention from smoking-related health issues. The issue also discusses the broader implications of occupational health cover-ups, emphasizing the need for public awareness and political action against corporate interests that prioritize profit over worker safety.
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A historical review of the asbestos industry's cover-up of health hazards associated with asbestos exposure and the role of medical science in supporting these efforts.
An examination of the hazardous working conditions in oil refineries and the impact of technological advancements on worker safety.
A collection of brief updates on health policy issues, including hospital construction trends and the status of PSROs.
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A letter addressing misattributions and omissions in a previous article about the organizing efforts in Durham, North Carolina.
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