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ISOPP Standards for the Safe Handling of Cytotoxics

ISOPP Standards for the Safe Handling of Cytotoxics

Since the initial release of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (ISOPP) Standards for the Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs in 2007, much has evolved in oncology pharmacy. Safe handling practices have been refined and new hazardous agents have been discovered and developed for treatment to pose new challenges for workers caring for their patients…

Stop Cancer at Work Campaign calls on European Commission to approve legislation now to protect workers and patients from getting cancer

Stop Cancer at Work Campaign calls on European Commission to approve legislation now to protect workers and patients from getting cancer

The trilogue process with the European Council, Parliament and Commission under the Portuguese Presidency concludes today and there has been no discussion at all on the important legislative changes to the Carcinogens and Mutagens Directive (CMD), passed by the European Parliament to protect workers from cancer and reproductive problems at work.

Birth Certificate

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Today, scientific experts from several countries announce the creation of CytoPrevent, a group dedicated to make proposals and recommendations to ensure that the highest protection measures become standard for healthcare workers handling, preparing or administering hazardous drugs.