Respiratory and Otolaryngology Symptoms Following the 2019 Spring Floods in Quebec.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although floods may have important respiratory health impacts, few studies have examined this issue. This study aims to document the long-term impacts of the spring floods of 2019 in Quebec by (1) describing the population affected by the floods; (2) assessing the impacts on the respiratory system according to levels of exposure; and (3) determining the association between stressors and respiratory health.

Methods

A population health survey was carried out across the six most affected regions 8-10 months post-floods. Data were collected on self-reported otolaryngology (ENT) and respiratory symptoms, along with primary and secondary stressors. Three levels of exposure were examined: flooded, disrupted and unaffected.

Results

One in ten respondents declared b

SUBMITTER: Landaverde E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9517661 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature