Cross-sectional study reveals high respiratory problems linked to particulate matter exposure among sawmill workers, indicating significant health hazards.
Key Points
The study identifies a high prevalence of respiratory symptoms, with rates for shortness of breath reaching 31%.
PM2.5 levels among workers exceeded the WHO limit of 15 µg/m3, suggesting serious health risks from pollution.
Factors influencing respiratory symptoms included prolonged exposure, open burning of waste, and use of diesel generators.
Significant associations were found through binomial logistic regression, highlighting work experience and daily exposure duration.