Occupational rhinitis and asthma in bakers: a cross-sectional study in the former Katanga province of DR Congo.

Joseph Pyana KitengePaul Musa ObadiaTrésor Carsi KuhanganaTony Kayembe-KitengePatient Nkulu BanzaLilian Nsenga MukandaPascal Nawej TshimwangPatrick D M C KatotoCelestin Banza Nkulu LubabaAbdon Mukalay Wa MukalayBenoit Nemery

Published in: International archives of occupational and environmental health (2021)

This first study in DR Congo demonstrates the existence of occupational rhinitis and asthma among industrial bakers in Katanga. Further epidemiological studies are needed to clarify the extent and risk factors of baker's asthma in the area. In the meantime, advocacy and implementation of appropriate occupational hygiene measures are warranted to protect bakery workers in DR Congo.

Keyphrases

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
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