Chronic respiratory symptoms and pulmonary function status in Ethiopian agricultural workers: a comparative study.

Gashaw Garedew WoldeamanuelAlemu Basazin MingudeGetachew Yideg YitbarekMitku Mammo Taderegew

Published in: BMC pulmonary medicine (2020)

This study indicated that farmers are at high risk for the development of chronic respiratory symptoms and reduced pulmonary function indices. Hence, a comprehensive occupational safety practices are important to maintain the respiratory health of farmers.

Keyphrases

healthcare
respiratory tract
public health
primary care
risk assessment
mental health
sleep quality
heavy metals
human health
physical activity