Mineral deficiency is a lack of the dietary minerals, the micronutrients that are needed for an organisms proper health. The cause may be a poor diet, impaired uptake of the minerals that are consumed, or a dysfunction in the organisms use of the mineral after it is absorbed. These deficiencies can result in many disorders including anemia and goitre. Examples of mineral deficiency include, zinc deficiency, iron deficiency, and magnesium deficiency. Individual Mineral Deficiency
See also
Mineral (nutrient)
Micronutrient deficiency
Vitamin deficiency

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However, this can entail severe socio-economic consequences for the worker as well as the employer due to loss of job, unemployment, compensation issues, medical expenditures, and hiring and re-training of new personnel. See also
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Specific inhalation challenge
Occupational safety and health
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Labor rights

References
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NIOSH: Prevention of Occupational Asthma
Occupational asthma and work aggravated asthma (UK)
https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/asthma/default.html