10 Work Most Dangerous to Your Lungs

Nearly 23,000 workers suffering from diseases associated with lung in 2008, as estimated by the Department of Labor in the United States. Chronic, more than 16,000 people die from the disease each year, as quoted from the Health. But most types of lung disease from the workplace can be prevented, says Philip Harber, MD, Professor sekliagus Division Head Occupational and Environmental Medicine at UCLA. "The steps are simple but real control can reduce risk exposure and disease," he said. Here are 10 professions that may pose a risk to the health of your lungs.

Workers who inhale dust in the demolition or renovation of a high risk of lung cancer, mesothelioma, and asbestosis; disease that causes scarring and stiffness of the lungs. "We're concerned about workers who already work from 20 to 30 years ago," said Dr. Harber. That time is when many products containing asbestos is not banned. Wearing protective clothing, including respirators, when working around old buildings and avoiding smoking can help prevent serious diseases.

Food factory workers can be exposed to dust, chemicals, gases, and draws them on risks CPOD disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) or prolonged shortness of breath. In food crops, substance diacetyl, a flavoring ingredient that is used in popcorn, some wine, and prepared foods, can cause devastating disease and is sometimes called bronchiolitis obliterans lethal, close relatives of COPD.

An estimated 8% to 12 health workers sensitive to the gunpowder residue found in latex gloves, which can cause severe asthmatic reactions. "Even when used in the same room, a bit of latex exposure in the air and people become allergic to it," said Dr. Harber. But for the doctors and nurses, do not use protective gloves is not an option. Some private hospitals have switched to synthetic-free latex gloves.