Hearing loss and respiratory health symptoms among large-scale sawmill workers of the timber processing factories within the Gert Sibande District Municipality: a comparative cross-sectional study
Abstract Background Occupational exposure to wood dust may cause respiratory illnesses, while prolonged exposure to loud noise may cause noise-induced hearing loss. Objective The objective of the study was to assess the prevalence of hearing loss and respiratory symptoms among large-scale sawmill wo...
Main Authors: | Moeletsi Rathipe, Selepeng France Raphela |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-06-01
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Series: | BMC Public Health |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-023-16086-9 |
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