TIPs on Chromium(VI)

For Health Care Providers

At a glance

The Toxicologic Information for Providers (TIPs) video on chromium(VI) provides concise information for healthcare professionals on evaluating and managing patients concerned about chromium(VI) exposure.

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Resources

ATSDR's Toxic Substances Portal page for chromium provides a central location to access the best science, the latest research, and the most important information about chromium and how it affects our health including characteristics, exposure risks, associated health effects, and related health studies and assessments.

The Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Units (PEHSU) are a national network of experts in the prevention, diagnosis, management, and treatment of health issues that arise from environmental exposures from preconception through adolescence.

America's Poison Centers represents the accredited poison control centers in the United States. Through the national Poison Help line (1-800-222-1222) and PoisonHelp.org website, their member centers provide all Americans expert advice, 24/7/365 at no cost.

Professional Organizations

The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine maintains a directory of licensed occupational medicine physicians.

The Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics member clinics throughout the United States provide high-quality, patient-focused care for workers injured or ill on the job and people exposed to environmental hazards.

The American College of Medical Toxicology maintains a directory of board-certified medical toxicologists.

Contact Us

For more information about these products, email ATSDR's Environmental Medicine and Health Systems Intervention Section at envmed@cdc.gov.

For questions or information on other products and topics, contact CDC–INFO.