Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine · 2018 · 12 citations · 0 references
Public HealthEnvironmental SciencesAir PollutionEnvironmental HealthPulmonary Function TestingAir Pollution EpidemiologyAir QualityBiomonitoring Of Pesticide ExposurePesticide ExposureRespiratory Toxicity Of PesticidesForced Expiratory Volume AssessmentForced Vital Capacity ChangePesticide Exposure EpidemiologyPesticide Exposure In WorkersPm2.5Respiratory Exposure AssessmentRespiratory Health EffectsRespiratory Impacts
OJECTIVE: To investigate respiratory health problems related to pesticide exposure in the inhabitants of agricultural areas. MATERIAL AND METHODS: , air temperature, and humidity were measured in all four farming villages before and after pesticide administration. RESULTS: levels, the risk of chest tightness increased 1.1-fold (OR: 1.123). CONCLUSIONS: After pesticide administration, the respiratory health of the participants deteriorated. Performing pesticide applications in agriculture with harmless methods is the most important measure to be taken to protect public health.