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Environmental and breathing zone samples were analyzed for perchloroethylene (127184) and petroleum naphtha at Westview Press (SIC-2731), Boulder, Colorado in September and November of 1983. The survey was requested to evaluate menstrual problems among the employees. Fifty one current female employees were interviewed and given a confidential questionnaire pertaining to medical, smoking, job, and menstrual history. Thirty six employees reported symptoms. The most frequently reported symptoms were headaches, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, running or stuffy nose, rash, and dry skin. The authors conclude that the menstrual problems do not appear to be work related. A potential health hazard due to perchloroethylene exposure does exist. The authors recommend that local exhaust ventilation be installed over the printing press to reduce perchloroethylene exposure and that employees be provided with well lighted, low glare work areas.