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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Director: John Howard, M.D.
Public Affairs Director: Fred Blosser
Address: 395 E Street, SW, Suite 9200, Patriots Plaza Bldg. , Washington, DC, 20201
Toll-free Voice: (800) 232-4636
Fax: (202) 245-0664
E-mail: MRL1@cdc.gov
Internet: www.cdc.gov/niosh/
Description:
Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is one of the most common
workplace diseases and the second most self-reported occupational illness or injury. Industries with high numbers of exposed workers include agriculture, mining, construction, manufacturing and utilities, transportation, and the military. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) conducts a vigorous research and prevention program to assist employers and workers in protecting workers’ hearing. Together with the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders, NIOSH sponsors WISE EARS!®, a national public education campaign to prevent NIHL. Professional and consumer newsletters, brochures, and other resources are available in print and online.
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