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Military Injuries: Helocasting Accident. 军人受伤直升机铸造事故
IF 0.8 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-28 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_103_23
Anand Katiyar, Eranki Sibi, Anil Kumar, Nimit Solanki, Ajay K Dabas, Ramanathan Saranga Bharathi

Background: Accidental injuries sustained during helocasting remain unexamined.

Methods: Conditions prevalent during a helocasting exercise performed at a still water body and the resulting casualties were analyzed.

Results: Despatch from greater-than-ideal height (>7 m) and speed (>5 knots) causes a high-velocity impact of the body with water in a non-aerodynamic configuration, exposing maximal body area at penetration. The brunt is borne by the torso/back, specifically, the lungs, ribs, and posterior aspect of the spine. The injuries result from direct trauma, sudden deceleration, barotrauma, and hyperflexion. Computerized tomography (CT) is the imaging of choice in the assessment of these injuries. Prompt evacuation to an equipped center, whilst stabilizing the spine in the suspected, proves pivotal to the outcome.

Conclusions: Adverse slamming dynamics cause accidental injuries in helocasting. Thorax and spine are predominantly traumatized, both directly and indirectly, and are assessed best using CT. Timely spine stabilization and evacuation prove vital. Accurate assessment of height/speed and adherence to their ideal limits, at despatch, may avert such injuries.

背景方法:分析了在静止水域进行直升机抛投演习时的普遍情况以及由此造成的人员伤亡:方法:分析了在静止水体中进行直升机抛投作业时的普遍情况以及由此造成的伤亡:从高于理想的高度(>7 米)和速度(>5 海里)进行抛投会导致身体与水以非空气动力学形态发生高速撞击,从而在穿透时暴露出最大的身体面积。首当其冲的是躯干/背部,特别是肺、肋骨和脊柱后侧。直接创伤、突然减速、气压创伤和过度屈曲都会造成伤害。计算机断层扫描(CT)是评估这些损伤的首选成像技术。及时送往设备齐全的救治中心,同时稳定疑似伤者的脊柱,对治疗结果至关重要:结论:不利的撞击动态会在直升机喷射过程中造成意外伤害。胸部和脊柱主要受到直接或间接的创伤,最好使用 CT 进行评估。及时稳定脊柱和撤离至关重要。准确评估高度/速度并在出发时遵守其理想极限,可避免此类伤害。
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Depression, Anxiety and Stress Symptoms among Afghan Healthcare Workers: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Study. 阿富汗医护人员的抑郁、焦虑和压力症状:一项横断面分析研究。
IF 0.8 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-28 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_34_24
Ali Ahmad Samsoor, Muhammad Haroon Stanikzai

Background: Decades of conflict and cycles of disasters in Afghanistan have caused enormous impacts on health, the economy, and even national security.

Objectives: We aimed to assess the levels of depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms and their determinants among Afghan healthcare workers.

Methods: A cross-sectional study of 830 Afghan healthcare workers working in public and private hospitals was conducted between May and July 2021. We employed a non-probability sampling method to select our subjects. The questionnaire was composed of sections on sociodemographic information, working conditions, and Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21). Multivariable linear regression models were fitted using SPSS 21 to identify determinants of mental health symptoms among Afghan healthcare workers at a 5% significance level.

Results: Of all participants, 52.3% (435) had symptoms of depression, 48.8% (405) anxiety, and 46.9% (389) stress. The likelihood of mental health symptoms was higher among those who worked in an urban setting (P = 0.001), were physically inactive (P = <0.001), had a decrease in income or an unpaid salary in the past six months (P = <0.001), thinking of leaving Afghanistan (P = <0.001), had medical comorbidity (P = <0.001), and being single (P = 0.048)].

Conclusion: This study highlights the important findings about the psychological health of healthcare workers in Afghanistan. These findings suggest rapid, actionable, and locally relevant interventions to assure potential improvements in working and living conditions for the health staff.

背景:阿富汗数十年的冲突和灾害循环对健康、经济甚至国家安全造成了巨大影响:阿富汗数十年的冲突和周期性灾害对健康、经济甚至国家安全造成了巨大影响:我们旨在评估阿富汗医护人员的抑郁、焦虑和压力症状水平及其决定因素:我们在 2021 年 5 月至 7 月期间对 830 名在公立和私立医院工作的阿富汗医护人员进行了横断面研究。我们采用了非概率抽样方法来选择研究对象。问卷由社会人口学信息、工作条件以及抑郁、焦虑和压力量表-21(DASS-21)等部分组成。使用 SPSS 21 建立了多变量线性回归模型,以确定阿富汗医护人员心理健康症状的决定因素,显著性水平为 5%:在所有参与者中,52.3%(435 人)有抑郁症状,48.8%(405 人)有焦虑症状,46.9%(389 人)有压力症状。在城市环境中工作(P = 0.001)、缺乏运动(P = P = P = P = P = 0.048)的人出现心理健康症状的可能性更高]:本研究强调了有关阿富汗医护人员心理健康的重要发现。这些发现提出了快速、可操作和与当地相关的干预措施,以确保医护人员的工作和生活条件得到潜在的改善。
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Effect of Training of Adolescents on Household Environmental Safety from Childhood Injuries in a Rural Area of Delhi. 青少年培训对德里农村地区儿童伤害家庭环境安全的影响。
IF 0.8 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-28 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_265_23
Bratati Banerjee

Introduction: The environment poses an important risk in the causation of injuries in children. Simple measures in improving the safety of the domestic and peri-domestic environment can go a long way in preventing injuries. This study was conducted to assess the effect of training of the adolescents in the families, on the household environmental safety regarding childhood injuries.

Materials and methods: A pre- and post-intervention study was conducted over 16 months, on 116 families of two villages of Delhi. Data were collected regarding domestic and peri-domestic environments along with danger points with respect to injuries, of the enrolled houses, during the pre- and post-intervention phases of 4 months each. The intervention comprised training of the eldest adolescent of the family, on causes of common injuries and role of environment in injury causation. Scores were assigned to all relevant aspects, and the total environmental safety scores were calculated. The comparison was made between pre- and post-intervention scores of the two areas.

Results: Environmental safety scores were more than 70% in both areas at the baseline with no difference between the two areas. In the intervention area, there was statistically significant improvement of scores after the intervention, in the domestic environment and danger signs within the houses.

Conclusion: Training adolescents about the prevention of injuries and motivating them to remain vigilant over domestic environment are effective in bringing about significant change in the household environment with regard to safety from injuries in children. Repeated visits by health workers also increase awareness and change the household environment making it safer for children.

导言:环境是造成儿童伤害的一个重要风险因素。采取简单措施改善家庭及周边环境的安全,对预防伤害有很大帮助。本研究旨在评估对家庭中的青少年进行有关儿童伤害的家庭环境安全培训的效果:对德里两个村庄的 116 个家庭进行了为期 16 个月的干预前和干预后研究。在干预前和干预后各为期 4 个月的阶段中,收集了有关登记家庭的家庭和周边环境以及受伤危险点的数据。干预措施包括对家庭中最年长的青少年进行培训,使其了解常见伤害的原因以及环境在伤害致因中的作用。对所有相关方面进行评分,并计算出环境安全总分。对干预前后两个方面的得分进行比较:结果:两个地区的基线环境安全得分都超过了 70%,两个地区之间没有差异。在干预地区,干预后在家庭环境和房屋内危险标志方面的得分有明显提高:结论:对青少年进行预防伤害的培训,并激励他们对家庭环境保持警惕,能有效地使家庭环境在儿童伤害安全方面发生重大变化。卫生工作者的反复访问也会提高人们的认识,并改变家庭环境,使其对儿童更加安全。
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Frequency of Non-strabismic Binocular Vision Anomalies among Optometrists in a Tertiary Eye Care Center in Southern India. 印度南部一家三级眼科保健中心的验光师中出现非斜视双眼视力异常的频率。
IF 0.8 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-28 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_243_23
Amit Bhowmick, P Praveen Kumar, Dhanashree Ratra

Purpose: Lifestyle in the modern era has drastically changed across the globe, and the healthcare profession was no exception. The increased time spent in the virtual space for various purposes, including online classes and webinars, is hypothesized to increase the risk of vision-related disorders such as asthenopia, dry eyes, and visual fatigue. The purpose of this study was to evaluate fusional vergence and ocular accommodation among optometry professionals in a tertiary eye care center during the immediate post-coronavirus disease 2019 (post-COVID-19) lockdown period.

Methods: Optometrists posted in the general out-patient department, specialty clinics, and the ocular diagnostics department were included in the study. A total of 65 optometrists were included in the study. All optometrists underwent a comprehensive binocular vision assessment. Convergence Insufficiency Symptom Survey questionnaires were administered to all optometrists at the beginning of the assessment.

Results: Out of 65 optometrists, 48 (73.8%) were women. The mean (standard deviation) age of the participants was 24 (3) years. Eleven (16.9%) optometrists had normal binocular vision parameters, and the rest 54 (83.1%) had non-strabismic binocular vision anomalies. Reduced accommodative facility and convergence insufficiency were seen among 43 (66.2%) optometrists, whereas 30 (46.2%) had reduced accommodative facility alone. Twelve (18.5%) participants were symptomatic as per the convergence insufficiency symptom survey.

Conclusion: This study highlights the fact that a large proportion of optometrists have undetected non-strabismic binocular vision anomalies in a tertiary eye care center. It is important for eye care professionals to undergo regular binocular vision assessments in association with ophthalmic examinations and relevant management. This will ensure that these dysfunctions do not impede work productivity and overall quality of life.

目的:现代生活方式在全球范围内发生了翻天覆地的变化,医疗保健行业也不例外。据推测,出于各种目的在虚拟空间(包括在线课程和网络研讨会)中花费的时间增加,会增加发生视力相关疾病(如散光、干眼症和视觉疲劳)的风险。本研究的目的是评估一家三级眼科护理中心的验光专业人员在2019年冠状病毒病(COVID-19后)紧接着的封锁期间的融合辐辏和眼球调节情况:研究对象包括普通门诊部、专科门诊和眼科诊断部的验光师。共有 65 名视光师参与了研究。所有验光师都接受了全面的双眼视力评估。评估开始时,所有验光师都接受了会聚障碍症状调查问卷:在 65 名视光师中,48 名(73.8%)为女性。参与者的平均年龄(标准差)为 24(3)岁。11名(16.9%)验光师的双眼视力参数正常,其余54名(83.1%)验光师的双眼视力存在非斜视性异常。43名(66.2%)验光师的双眼视力指标正常,其余54名(83.1%)验光师的双眼视力指标为非斜视。根据辐辏不足症状调查,12 名参与者(18.5%)有症状:本研究强调了一个事实,即在三级眼科医疗中心,有很大一部分验光师未发现非斜视性双眼视力异常。眼科专业人员在进行眼科检查和相关管理时,必须定期进行双眼视力评估。这将确保这些功能障碍不会妨碍工作效率和整体生活质量。
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From Crisis to Resolution: Comprehensive Solutions for Addressing Violence against Medical Personnel. 从危机到解决:解决针对医务人员暴力问题的综合方案》。
IF 0.8 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-28 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_166_23
Sheikh Mohd Saleem, Shah Sumaya Jan
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Relationship and Accuracy of Urine Lead as an Alternative to Blood Lead Biomarker among Panel Beaters in Enugu Metropolis: Nigeria. 尿铅作为埃努古市打板者血铅生物标志物替代物的关系和准确性:尼日利亚。
IF 0.8 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-04-01 Epub Date: 2024-06-28 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_11_24
Mahmood D Al-Mendalawi
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Association of Anthropometric Adiposity Indices and Hand Grip Strength among Male Industrial Workers in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India: A Cross-Sectional Study. 印度泰米尔纳德邦钦奈男性产业工人的人体测量肥胖指数与手部握力的关系:一项横断面研究。
IF 0.9 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-04-10 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_3_23
R Durga Priyadarshini, D Annette Beatrice

Background: Hand Grip Strength (HGS), a basic, non-invasive measure of musculoskeletal function is found to be a risk marker for cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and cancer. Considering the importance and paucity of studies among industrial workers, we aim to study the association between anthropometric adiposity indices and the HGS of industrial workers.

Materials and methods: The study is a descriptive, cross-sectional study. Anthropometric measurements and HGS of 198 male industrial workers between 21 and 60 years of age, employed at metal manufacturing industries in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India were assessed.

Statistical analysis: Descriptive and inferential statistics were done using "R" statistical software.

Results: The mean age of male industrial workers was 39.51 ± 12.20 years. The majority of the workers were found to be obese (64%) and the mean body fat percentage was 27.69 ± 5.13%. The mean HGS of the worker's dominant hand was found to be 35.80 ± 8.93 kg and of their non-dominant hand was 35.0 ± 8.67 kg. When compared to the normative values of HGS for Indians, results revealed significantly higher HGS of both dominant and non-dominant hands of workers between the age group of 21-30 years and 51-60 years. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that body weight [β(s.e) =0.27 (0.05), P < 0.000], body fat [β(s.e) = -0.52 (0.14), P < 0.000) and WHR [β(s.e) = -28.81 (11.9), P = 0.017] independently predicted the HGS of dominant hand. In non-dominant hand, body weight [β(s.e) = 0.26 (0.05), P < 0.000] and body fat [β(s.e) = -0.60 (0.13), P < 0.000] independently predicted HGS.

Conclusions: Body fat, body weight, and Waist-to-Hip ratio (WHR) were found to have a significant influence on the HGS of industrial workers. Strategies aimed to reduce overall body fat and abdominal obesity may prove beneficial in improving HGS and nutritional status thereby reducing the risk of non-communicable diseases.

背景:手握力(HGS)是肌肉骨骼功能的一种基本无创测量方法,被认为是心血管疾病、呼吸系统疾病、糖尿病、代谢综合征和癌症的风险标志。考虑到对产业工人进行研究的重要性和缺乏性,我们旨在研究产业工人的人体测量脂肪指数与 HGS 之间的关联:本研究为描述性横断面研究。对印度泰米尔纳德邦金奈市金属制造业中 198 名 21 至 60 岁男性产业工人的人体测量和 HGS 进行了评估:统计分析:使用 "R "统计软件进行描述性和推断性统计:男性产业工人的平均年龄为 39.51 ± 12.20 岁。大多数工人为肥胖(64%),平均体脂率为 27.69 ± 5.13%。工人惯用手的平均 HGS 为 35.80 ± 8.93 千克,非惯用手为 35.0 ± 8.67 千克。与印度人的 HGS 常模值相比,结果显示 21-30 岁和 51-60 岁年龄组工人的惯用手和非惯用手的 HGS 均明显偏高。多元线性回归分析表明,体重[β(s.e) =0.27 (0.05),P < 0.000]、体脂[β(s.e) = -0.52 (0.14),P < 0.000]和WHR[β(s.e) = -28.81 (11.9),P = 0.017]可独立预测优势手的HGS。在非惯用手中,体重[β(s.e) = 0.26 (0.05),P < 0.000]和体脂[β(s.e) = -0.60 (0.13),P < 0.000]独立预测 HGS:结论:研究发现,体脂、体重和腰臀比(WHR)对产业工人的 HGS 有显著影响。旨在减少总体体脂和腹部肥胖的策略可能有利于改善 HGS 和营养状况,从而降低罹患非传染性疾病的风险。
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The Changing Scenario of Occupational Health in India. 印度不断变化的职业健康状况。
IF 0.9 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-04-10 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_69_24
Vishwaraj Mhalshekar
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Climate Change and Occupational Heat Strain Among Women Workers: A Systematic Review. 气候变化与女工的职业热应激:系统回顾。
IF 0.9 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-04-10 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_320_21
Peymaneh Habibi, Ahad Heydari, Habibollah Dehghan, Amirhossein Moradi, Gholamreza Moradi

Climate change increases heat stress exposure and occupational heat strain in tropical and subtropical regions with generally hot-humid climate conditions. The present systematic review was conducted to assess the effect of climate change on occupational heat strain among women workers. In this study, three main databases (PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science) were searched to find relevant literature on climate change and its effects using subject headings and appropriate MeSh terms. This article has been written according to the PRISMA checklist. A total of 6,176 studies were identified for screening and 13 studies were eligible for data extraction. Scientific evidence reveals that there is an imprecise but positive relationship between climate change and occupational heat strain regarding women workers. Some complications associated with occupational heat strain among women workers include fatigue, discomfort, dehydration, reduced brain function, and loss of concentration. Climate change can lead to an increase in the occurrence of heat-related illnesses and the levels of injury risk. In addition, its adverse health effects on women workers are mentioned. This systematic study identifies key priorities for action to better characterize and understand how occupational heat strain among women workers may be associated with climate change events. Strong evidence indicates that climate change will continue to cause occupational heat strain among women workers. It is essential to implement preventive measures considering multidisciplinary strategies to reduce the adverse effects of climate change on women workers health in hot weather settings. This can limit the health risks and negative effects of climate change.

气候变化增加了热带和亚热带地区的热应激暴露和职业热负荷,这些地区的气候条件普遍炎热潮湿。本系统综述旨在评估气候变化对女工职业热负荷的影响。本研究使用主题词和适当的 MeSh 词搜索了三个主要数据库(PubMed、Scopus 和 Web of Science),以查找有关气候变化及其影响的相关文献。本文根据 PRISMA 清单撰写。共筛选出 6176 项研究,其中 13 项研究符合数据提取条件。科学证据表明,气候变化与女工的职业热应激之间存在着不精确但积极的关系。与女工职业热应激相关的一些并发症包括疲劳、不适、脱水、大脑功能减退和注意力不集中。气候变化会导致与高温有关的疾病发生率和受伤风险水平上升。此外,还提到了气候变化对女工健康的不利影响。这项系统性研究确定了行动的关键优先事项,以更好地描述和了解女工的职业热应激如何可能与气候变化事件相关联。大量证据表明,气候变化将继续造成女工的职业性高温疲劳。必须采取预防措施,考虑多学科战略,减少气候变化对高温环境下女工健康的不利影响。这可以限制气候变化带来的健康风险和负面影响。
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Dental Erosion-An Occupational Hazard among Battery Manufacturing Industry Workers in Hyderabad, India. 牙齿腐蚀--印度海得拉巴电池制造业工人的一种职业危害。
IF 0.9 Q4 PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH Pub Date : 2024-01-01 Epub Date: 2024-04-10 DOI: 10.4103/ijoem.ijoem_85_23
Suma Kalyani, B Ajay Reginald, B Siva Reddy, Meda Samatha

Background and objective: Dental erosion is a condition that results from exposure of the enamel and dentin to non-bacterial acids of extrinsic and intrinsic origin, causing mineral loss on the surface of the tooth. Occupational exposure to sulfuric acid fumes has been described in association with dental erosion in battery manufacturing industry workers. Hence, this study aimed to assess the dental erosion among battery factory workers in HBL Power Systems Ltd, Hyderabad.

Materials and methods: The sample consisted of 90 battery factory workers (62 males and 28 females). Demographic data with regard to age, gender, and length of exposure were recorded. Clinical examination was done to assess dental erosion using the tooth wear index given by Smith and Knight. Data were statistically analyzed by using Fisher exact test. P <0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results: Among 90 workers examined, 43.3% showed prevalence of erosion with higher occurrence rate in females (54%) than males (38.7%). 66.6% of affected workers had erosion score of 1, and 33.4% showed erosion score of 2 and 3. We also observed statistically significant highest prevalence and increased severity of dental erosion in workers with prolonged duration of employment (>11 years).

Conclusion: The present study revealed increased prevalence of dental erosion among battery factory workers. Hence, it highlights the importance of protective measures with efficient surveillance and monitoring in the workplace environment.

背景和目的:牙蚀是指牙釉质和牙本质暴露于外源性和内源性非细菌酸性物质中,导致牙齿表面矿物质流失的一种病症。据描述,电池制造业工人职业暴露于硫酸烟雾与牙蚀症有关。因此,本研究旨在评估海德拉巴 HBL 电力系统有限公司电池厂工人的牙齿腐蚀情况:样本包括 90 名电池厂工人(62 名男性和 28 名女性)。记录了有关年龄、性别和接触时间的人口统计学数据。临床检查采用史密斯和奈特给出的牙齿磨损指数来评估牙齿腐蚀情况。数据采用费舍尔精确检验进行统计分析。P 结果:在接受检查的 90 名工人中,43.3% 患有牙蚀,其中女性的发生率(54%)高于男性(38.7%)。66.6%的患者糜烂程度为 1 级,33.4%的患者糜烂程度为 2 级和 3 级。我们还观察到,从统计学角度看,工作时间较长(超过 11 年)的工人的牙蚀发生率最高,严重程度也更高:本研究显示,电池厂工人的牙蚀患病率有所上升。结论:本研究表明,电池厂工人的牙蚀症发病率有所上升,因此,在工作环境中采取有效的监测和监控保护措施非常重要。
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