MMWR News Synopsis for April 25, 2013
MMWR – Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
MMWR News Synopsis for April 25, 2013
1. Fatal Injuries in Offshore Oil and Gas Operations — United States, 2003–2010
Catastrophic events, such as the Deepwater Horizon explosion, attract intense media attention but do not account for the majority of work-related fatalities during offshore operations.
2. Obliterative Bronchiolitis Among Workers in a Coffee-Processing Facility — Texas 2009–2012
A new report described two cases of obliterative bronchiolitis in a coffee processing facility, a rare, irreversible form of fixed obstructive lung disease that has not been previously identified in workers outside of the popcorn manufacturing industry.
3. Progress in Introduction of Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine — Worldwide, 2000–2012
Globally, Streptococcus pneumoniae is a significant cause of pneumonia, meningitis, and sepsis in children aged <5 years. Pneumococcal conjugate vaccines (PCVs) are safe and effective for prevention of this disease, and the World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that PCV be included in all routine immunization programs.
4. National Shortage of Purified-Protein Derivative Tuberculin Products
In light of recent shortages of skin tests for tuberculosis that have been reported nationwide, CDC has issued guidance for public health programs on how to adapt to the shortage.
Notes from the Field
- Acute Pesticide-Related Illness Resulting from Occupational Exposure to Acrolein — Washington and California, 1993–2012
- Exposures to Discarded Sulfur Mustard Munitions — Mid-Atlantic and New England States 2004–2012
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