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The review aims to identify occupational risk factors in rural areas and gaps in research to enhance health interventions.

Global perspectives on occupational health risks in rural areas: a systematic review

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Systematic review identifies risks and disparities in rural occupational health, suggesting improvements in health policies.

The review aims to identify occupational risk factors in rural areas and gaps in research to enhance health interventions.
Systematic review of 205 articles from 22 economic sectors worldwide
Quality assessment of articles using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale
Data qualitatively synthesized following Cochrane standards.
Nine aggregate risk factors identified, including chemical, physical, and biological risks.
Specific hazards highlighted include pesticide exposure, animal-borne pathogens, and lack of protective equipment.
Significant disparities in research focus and policy implementation were noted between high- and low-income countries.

Espinosa et al. (2026) studied this question.

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