| Self report of skin problems among farmworkers in North Carolina. | |
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PMID: 18181182 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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BACKGROUND: This study estimates the prevalence of self-reported skin problems among Latino farmworkers and identifies associated risk factors. METHODS: The study used a longitudinal surveillance design. Participants were interviewed up to five times and reported skin problems and personal, work, and environment characteristics. Frequencies and counts were calculated for 13 skin problems. Adjusted odds ratios were obtained for six skin problems. RESULTS: More than one-third of participants reported skin problems, including skin and nail fungus; sunburn; bumps, pimples, or acne; calluses; itching; rash; and insect bite. A variety of work and environment factors were associated with higher rates of skin problems. One of the strongest predictors was working in wet clothes or shoes. CONCLUSIONS: Programs are needed to educate farmworkers about measures they can take to decrease their risk of skin problems. Changes in work practices and personal protective equipment provided could help decrease the prevalence of skin problems. |
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Authors:
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Quirina M Vallejos; Mark R Schulz; Sara A Quandt; Steven R Feldman; Leonardo Galvan; Amit Verma; Alan B Fleischer; Stephen R Rapp; Thomas A Arcury |
Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural |
Journal Detail:
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Title: American journal of industrial medicine Volume: 51 ISSN: 0271-3586 ISO Abbreviation: Am. J. Ind. Med. Publication Date: 2008 Mar |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2008-02-18 Completed Date: 2008-05-06 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8101110 Medline TA: Am J Ind Med Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 204-12 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Department of Family and Community Medicine, Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27157-1084, USA. qvallejo@wfubmc.edu |
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Adolescent Adult Agricultural Workers' Diseases / epidemiology*, etiology, prevention & control Female Hispanic Americans / statistics & numerical data Humans Interviews as Topic Longitudinal Studies Male Middle Aged Multivariate Analysis North Carolina / epidemiology Occupational Exposure / adverse effects*, prevention & control Odds Ratio Prevalence Regression Analysis Risk Factors Self Disclosure Skin Diseases / epidemiology*, etiology, prevention & control Transients and Migrants |
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ID/Acronym/Agency:
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R01 ES12358/ES/NIEHS NIH HHS |
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