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December 4, 2025PLoS ONEOpen Access

Analysis of PM-bound polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons exposure among motorcycle taxi drivers in six central provinces in Thailand in winter

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KSKamonwan SamanaKIKimihito ItoAKArroon Ketsakorn

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Analysis shows significant PM exposure in motorcycle taxi drivers, indicating potential respiratory health risks.

Key Points

  • Exposure to particulate matter was highest among motorcycle taxi drivers in Pathum Thani, signaling health risks.
  • Measures indicated high PM concentrations, with mean PM 10 at 224.9 µg/m3 and PM 2.5 at 410.9 µg/m3.
  • Analysis of personal air samples revealed correlations between high PM levels and chronic bronchitis symptoms in participants.
  • Findings underline the need for further investigation into respiratory health impacts related to PM exposure.

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Samana et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6930e8b6ea1aef094cca30a4https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0336587
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