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- Collection: Vol. 14 No. 1 (2024)
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Resumption of dental practice after COVID-19 lockdown:perspectives of dental professionalsin Karachi, Pakistan
In the COVID-19 pandemic, the implementation of the lockdown led to the closure of dental practices. Restricting treatment to emergency patients, having to use Personal Protective Equipment and the fear of contracting the virus led…
Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders and ergonomic risk assessment among production workers of pig slaughterhouse in the town municipality of Ang Thong, Thailand
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a significant health concern among workers, especially in the meat processing industry. Their impacts have been well documented and reported on numerous occasions. The study aimedto …
Assessment of knowledge, attitude, and practices of biomedical waste management amonghealth care workersin a tertiary care hospital, Chengalpattu, Tamilnadu, India
Bio-medical waste (BMW) means any solid and/or liquid waste including its container and any intermediate product, which is generated during the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals. Inadequate and…
Musculoskeletal Pain and its Ergonomics risk factors among school teachers from Tamil Nadu, India: Across-sectional study
Teachers are often exposed to occupational hazards like musculoskeletal pain which may force them to early retirement from their jobs, affecting their quality of life.This study aimed toestimate the prevalence …
The impact of safety culture dimensions on workplace accidents: an application in the Moroccan automotive industry
There is a general accord that safety culture is multidimensional,but there is limited research and publicationsabout those dimensions. Almost one-third of the publications presenting safety culture definitions do not discuss the…
Study on causal effects of occupational stress on healthcare workers at a selected healthcare facility in Oman
Occupational stress (OS) can be described as any physical or psychological change in an individual due to immediate or long-term reactions to workplace conditions that pose perceived threats or challenges to that employee.…
Exploring Risk of Posture and Musculoskeletal Disorders among Smartphone Addicted Youth: a Protocol Paper
Smartphoneswith rapid advancement in telecommunication technology causing high usage leads to addiction,especially among youth. Concerning health, smartphone addiction influencesposture causing neck-shoulder pain. However, the…
“VaaiGanam” -a screening program for early detection of oral potentially malignant disorders andoral cancer among truck drivers in Chennai –Across-sectional survey
Truck drivers, though forming an integral part of a vital trade link for the Indian population, lack basic life insurance and health care benefits offered by other organized sectors in Indian Industries. This paper aimsto present …
Assessment of self-perceived risk and risk rating among chemical sprayers in selected tea plantations in South India
Chemical sprayers of the tea plantation industry perceive various degrees of risk involved in their daily work. The objective of the study was to assess self-perceived risk and to rate these risks among the pesticide …
Ergonomic Risk Assessment and Fatigue Analysis During Manual Lifting Tasks in Farming Activities
Farming is a physically demanding occupation that puts farmers at risk of musculoskeletal disorders, particularly when frequently performing activities like heavy lifting, which strains the lower back muscles. The present study is aimedto…