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Second-hand Smoke Exposure Among Home Care Workers (HCWs) in Scotland.

Ruaraidh DobsonRachel O'DonnellMary McGibbonSean Semple
Published in: Annals of work exposures and health (2022)
Most HCWs are exposed to minimal levels of SHS at work. However, a minority may be exposed to concentrations which affect health. Policies to mitigate this exposure should be considered, such as the use of respiratory protective equipment, improved ventilation during visits, and interventions to reduce smoking in homes.
Keyphrases
  • public health
  • healthcare
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  • respiratory failure
  • climate change
  • health promotion
  • long term care