Occupational exposures and respiratory symptoms and lung function among hairdressers in Iran: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Exposures at hairdressers' work have been reported to lead to an increased risk of several health outcomes. The present study aimed to investigate the relations between occupational exposures and respiratory symptoms and lung function among hairdressers in Iran.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study to compare potential respiratory effects among 140 women working as hairdressers to such effects among 140 women working as office workers (administrative personnel). Both groups worked in Shiraz, Iran. Respiratory symptoms were assessed by a standard respiratory questionnaire. The questionnaire also inquired about substances used and workspace conditions, including ventilation type. Lung function levels were measured by spirometry.

Results

Respiratory sym

SUBMITTER: Heibati B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8238693 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature