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Finds that occupational dust exposure raises multiple sclerosis rates in individuals, suggesting complex risk factors.
Occupational dust exposure was associated with increased rate of MS, particularly in combination with smoking and HLA-DRB1*15:01, suggesting joint effects of occupational, environmental, and genetic risk factors. The reliance on self-reported occupational histories and potential residual confounding are important limitations. Further studies are warranted to clarify underlying mechanisms and to inform preventive strategies.
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