scholarly journals Reply to Increased cancer burden among pesticide applicators and others due to pesticide exposure

2013 ◽  
Vol 63 (5) ◽  
pp. 366-367 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael C. R. Alavanja ◽  
Matthew K. Ross ◽  
Matthew R. Bonner
Keyword(s):  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Cancer Burden ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

scholarly journals Increased cancer burden among pesticide applicators and others due to pesticide exposure

2013 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 120-142 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael C. R. Alavanja ◽  
Matthew K. Ross ◽  
Matthew R. Bonner
Keyword(s):  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Cancer Burden ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

scholarly journals Increased cancer burden among pesticide applicators and others due to pesticide exposure

2013 ◽  
Vol 63 (5) ◽  
pp. 364-366 ◽  
Author(s):  
James W. Gray ◽  
Carol J. Burns ◽  
William M. Mahlburg
Keyword(s):  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Cancer Burden ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

scholarly journals Occupational pesticide exposure and symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adolescent pesticide applicators in Egypt

2019 ◽  
Vol 74 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane S. Rohlman ◽  
Ahmed Ismail ◽  
Matthew R. Bonner ◽  
Gaafar Abdel Rasoul ◽  
Olfat Hendy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

scholarly journals Neurobehavioural symptoms and acute pesticide poisoning: a cross-sectional study among male pesticide applicators selected from three commercial farming systems in Ethiopia

2018 ◽  
Vol 75 (4) ◽  
pp. 283-289 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beyene Negatu ◽  
Roel Vermeulen ◽  
Yalemtshay Mekonnen ◽  
Hans Kromhout
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Cumulative Exposure ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Pesticide Poisoning ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Pesticide Applicators ◽  
Acute Pesticide Poisoning

ObjectiveTo estimate prevalence of acute pesticide poisoning (APP) and its association with neurobehavioural symptoms in Ethiopian pesticide applicators.MethodsWe performed a cross-sectional survey among 256 pesticide applicators from small-scale irrigated farms, a large-scale open farm and large-scale greenhouses. APP was ascertained using a modified WHO case definition, and neurobehavioural symptoms were collected with a standardised questionnaire (Q16). Exposure to pesticides was estimated using detailed exposure algorithms specifically developed for Ethiopian farms. Multiple logistic regression models were used to estimate risk of APP and its association with neurobehavioural symptoms.ResultsOverall APP prevalence was 16%. Working as an applicator in greenhouses was strongly associated with APP (OR 3.00, 95% CI 1.38 to 6.54). Estimated annual pesticide exposure was also associated with APP (OR 1.14, 95% CI 1.00 to 1.20). Longer duration of employment appeared to be negatively associated with APP. Having had an APP was strongly associated with reporting more neurobehavioural symptoms (OR 2.15, 95% CI 1.01 to 4.58) independent of cumulative pesticide exposure. Cumulative exposure to pesticides appeared to be associated with neurobehavioural symptoms among applicators without and with APP.ConclusionsWe showed a substantial prevalence of APP that differed between farming systems and was strongly associated with neurobehavioural symptoms. Intensity of exposure was also clearly associated with these symptoms. Reduction and control of occupational exposure to pesticides is urgently needed in Ethiopia.

scholarly journals Risk Perception and Behavior in Egyptian Adolescent Pesticide Applicators: An Intervention Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane S Rohlman ◽  
Jonathan W Davis ◽  
Ahmed Ismail ◽  
Gaafar Abdel Rasoul ◽  
Olfat Hendy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Adolescent Male ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Pesticide Use ◽  
Pesticide Application ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

Abstract Background: Adolescents are engaged in agricultural work, including pesticide application, around the world. Adolescent pesticide applicators are more likely to be exposed to pesticides than their adult counterparts because of their application practice and hygiene habits surrounding pesticide use. There is a need for low-cost interventions to reduce pesticide exposure. We evaluated a theoretically-based educational intervention to change perceptions about the risk of pesticide use and hygiene habits during and after pesticide application for adolescent and young adult pesticide applicators in Egypt.Methods: Young adult and adolescent male pesticide applicators were given a one-hour educational intervention to inform them about the risk of pesticide use and how to reduce pesticide exposure. The median age of participants was 18 years old. Changes in perceived susceptibility and effectiveness were measured with a survey pre and post-intervention (n=119) on the same day. The same survey (n=95) was given 8-months post-intervention to identify sustained effects. Observational checklists of pesticide application practice were also completed during application seasons before and after the intervention.Results: There was an increase in the proportion of individuals who viewed pesticides as being a long-term health risk (74.7% pre-intervention to 97.9% post-intervention, McNemar test p<0.001). This change remained significant when surveyed at the 8-month follow-up (90.5%, p<0.001). There was also a sustained improvement regarding participants’ view of proper hygiene practice surrounding pesticide application. Applicators were observed wearing goggles, shoes, and masks more frequently post-intervention.Conclusion: This theoretically-based intervention is an example of a low-cost solution that can improve adolescent and young adult’s practices regarding pesticide application and personal hygiene practices during and after pesticide application. The intervention can be applied in other countries with similar safety culture surrounding pesticide application.

scholarly journals Risk Perception and Behavior in Egyptian Adolescent Pesticide Applicators: An Intervention Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane S Rohlman ◽  
Jonathan W Davis ◽  
Ahmed Ismail ◽  
Gaafar Abdel Rasoul ◽  
Olfat Hendy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Pesticide Use ◽  
Hygiene Practice ◽  
Pesticide Application ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

Abstract Background: Adolescents are engaged in agricultural work, including pesticide application, around the world. Adolescent pesticide applicators are more likely to be exposed to pesticides than their adult counterparts because of their application practice and hygiene habits surrounding pesticide use. There is a need for low-cost interventions to reduce pesticide exposure. We evaluated a theoretically-based educational intervention to change perceptions about the risk of pesticide use and hygiene habits during and after pesticide application for adolescent and young adult pesticide applicators in Egypt.Methods: Young adult and adolescent pesticide applicators were given an educational intervention to inform them on the risk of pesticide use and how to reduce pesticide exposure. Changes in perceived susceptibility and effectiveness were measured with a survey pre and post intervention. The same survey was given 8-month post intervention to identify sustained effects. Observational checklists of pesticide application practice were also completed during application seasons before and after the intervention.Results: There was an increase in the proportion of individuals who viewed pesticides as being a long-term health risk (74.7% pre-intervention to 97.9% post-intervention, McNemar test p<0.001). This change remained significant when surveyed at the 8-month follow-up (90.5%, p<0.001). There was also a sustained improvement in regards to participant’s view of proper hygiene practice surrounding pesticide application. Applicators where observed wearing googles, shoes, and mask more frequently post intervention.Conclusion: This theoretically-based intervention is an example of a low-cost solution that can improve adolescent and young adult’s practices regarding pesticide application and personal hygiene practice during and after pesticide application. The intervention can be applied in other countries with similar safety culture surrounding pesticide application.

scholarly journals Risk Perception and Behavior in Egyptian Adolescent Pesticide Applicators: An Intervention Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane S Rohlman ◽  
Jonathan W Davis ◽  
Ahmed Ismail ◽  
Gaafar Abdel Rasoul ◽  
Olfat Hendy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Adolescent Male ◽  
Pesticide Use ◽  
Hygiene Practice ◽  
Pesticide Application ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

Abstract Background: Adolescents are engaged in agricultural work, including pesticide application, around the world. Adolescent pesticide applicators are more likely to be exposed to pesticides than their adult counterparts because of their application practice and hygiene habits surrounding pesticide use. There is a need for low-cost interventions to reduce pesticide exposure. We evaluated a theoretically based educational intervention to change perceptions about the risk of pesticide use and hygiene habits during and after pesticide application for adolescent and young adult pesticide applicators in Egypt. Methods: Young adult and adolescent male pesticide applicators were given a one-hour educational intervention to inform them about the risk of pesticide use and how to reduce pesticide exposure. The median age of participants was 18 years old. Changes in perceived susceptibility and effectiveness were measured with a survey pre and post-intervention (n=119) on the same day. The same survey (n=95) was given 8-month post-intervention to identify sustained effects. Observational checklists of pesticide application practice were also completed during application seasons before and after the intervention. Results: There was an increase in the proportion of individuals who viewed pesticides as being a long-term health risk (74.7% pre-intervention to 97.9% post-intervention, McNemar test p<0.001). This change remained significant when surveyed at the 8-month follow-up (90.5%, p<0.001). There was also a sustained improvement in regard to participant’s view of proper hygiene practice surrounding pesticide application. Applicators were observed wearing goggles, shoes, and mask more frequently post-intervention. Conclusion: This theoretically based intervention is an example of a low-cost solution that can improve adolescent and young adult’s practices regarding pesticide application and personal hygiene practice during and after pesticide application. The intervention can be applied in other countries with similar safety culture surrounding pesticide application.

scholarly journals Risk Perception and Behavior in Egyptian Adolescent Pesticide Applicators: An Intervention Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diane S Rohlman ◽  
Jonathan W Davis ◽  
Ahmed Ismail ◽  
Gaafar Abdel Rasoul ◽  
Olfat Hendy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young Adult ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Exposure ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Adolescent Male ◽  
Personal Hygiene ◽  
Pesticide Use ◽  
Pesticide Application ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Pesticide Applicators

Abstract Background: Adolescents are engaged in agricultural work, including pesticide application, around the world. Adolescent pesticide applicators are more likely to be exposed to pesticides than their adult counterparts because of their application practice and hygiene habits surrounding pesticide use. There is a need for low-cost interventions to reduce pesticide exposure. We evaluated a theoretically-based educational intervention to change perceptions about the risk of pesticide use and hygiene habits during and after pesticide application for adolescent and young adult pesticide applicators in Egypt.Methods: Young adult and adolescent male pesticide applicators were given a one-hour educational intervention to inform them about the risk of pesticide use and how to reduce pesticide exposure. The median age of participants was 18 years old. Changes in perceived susceptibility and effectiveness were measured with a survey pre and post-intervention (n=119) on the same day. The same survey (n=95) was given 8-months post-intervention to identify sustained effects. Observational checklists of pesticide application practice were also completed during application seasons before and after the intervention.Results: There was an increase in the proportion of individuals who viewed pesticides as being a long-term health risk (74.7% pre-intervention to 97.9% post-intervention, McNemar test p<0.001). This change remained significant when surveyed at the 8-month follow-up (90.5%, p<0.001). There was also a sustained improvement regarding participants’ views of proper hygiene practice surrounding pesticide application. Applicators were observed wearing goggles, shoes, and masks more frequently post-intervention.Conclusion: This theoretically-based intervention is an example of a low-cost solution that can improve adolescents’ and young adults’ practices regarding pesticide application and personal hygiene practices during and after pesticide application. The intervention can be applied in other countries with similar safety culture surrounding pesticide application.

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