(due to exposure to biologic hazards/agents, ex. anthrax, rabies, hepatitis A, B, C, D, PTB pneumonia)
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Definition
An occupational disease due to exposure to biologic hazards/agents, ex. anthrax, rabies, hepatitisA,B, C, D, PTB pneumonia.
Occupational Disease is an abnormal condition or disorder caused by exposure over a period of time to risk factors associated with work activity such as contact with certain chemicals, inhaling coal dust, carrying out repetitive movements.