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Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:03:55 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463469&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F78%2F90381 Dilip GudeIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(2):78-78 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463469 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463468&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F76%2F90379 Harshal T Pandve, Kevin Fernandez, PS Chawla, Samir A SingruIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(2):76-77 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463468 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463467&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F73%2F90378 Rajan R PatilIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(2):73-75Environmental Health Impact Assessment of industries is an important tool help decision-makers make choices about alternatives and improvements to prevent disease/injury and to actively promote health around industrial sites. A rapid environmental health hazard and vulnerability assessment of National Aluminum Company was undertaken in the villages in the vicinity plant in Angul region of Orissa. Aluminum smelter plant was known to discharge hundreds of tones of fluoride in to the environment contaminating the ecosystem around the plant. The present Environmental health impact assessment was carried out in 2005-06 at the request of officials from Government of Orissa. The findings showed adverse effects ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463467 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463466&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F68%2F90377 Conclusion: Considerable scope for improvement in implementation of smoke-free policies exists. The PM 2.5 levels were exceedingly high in venues where smoking was observed. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463466 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463465&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F64%2F90376 Conclusion : The adaptation and mitigation can reduce sensitivity to climate change. The case for making public expenditures is strong on economic and moral grounds because the costs without interventions are much higher if we consider the relative risk of these diseases. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463465 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463464&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F59%2F90375 Conclusions: Our findings confirm that MS pain is a significant burden of disease among the residents of NCR. Women and subjects doing heavy work load, like agriculture and dairy farming, constitute the chief demographic groups. It is high time that a policy is framed to reduce this load of sickness. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463464 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463463&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F52%2F90374 Conclusions: Chronic occupational exposure to paints may lead to a slightly increased risk of genetic damage among paint industry workers. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463463 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463463 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5463462&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F2%2F51%2F90373 Xivananda PriolcarIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(2):51-51 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5463462 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 +0100 5463462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034470&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F47%2F82993 Engin Senel, Ceren SahinIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):47-47 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034470 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034470 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034469&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F46%2F82992 Viroj WiwanitkitIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):46-46 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034469 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034469 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034468&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F42%2F82999 Conclusion: Students had awareness regarding health hazards of the climate change, but improvement for mitigation is required. It is suggested that a large nation-wide awareness survey regarding climate change and its health hazards is necessary to determine the preparedness of medical students and also to suggest any changes in the current curriculum. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034468 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034468 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034467&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F38%2F82996 Conclusion: This study demonstrated an increase in inflammatory markers following night work, as reported in several pervious studies on sleep deprivation. No significant changes in monocyte count can be justified by the results of a study which showed that the elevation in blood levels of inflammatory markers is due to increase in gene expression, not in monocyte counts. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034467 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034467 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034466&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F33%2F82997 Conclusions: The highest level of concentration of formaldehyde in the presence of the covered cadaver in anatomy laboratory exceeded the recommended ceiling standard established by USA-NIOSH which is 0.1 ppm, but below the ceiling standard established by American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists which is 0.3 ppm. Thus, it is recommended that formaldehyde levels should be measured periodically specially during the dissection in the anatomy laboratory, and local exhaust ventilation system should be installed and personal protective equipment such as safety glass and gloves should be available and be used to prevent direct skin or eye contact. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034466 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034466 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034465&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F29%2F83001 Balkrishna B Adsul, Payal S Laad, Prashant V Howal, Ramesh M ChaturvediIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):29-32Background: Construction sector is a booming industry and involves many hazardous activities. Migrant labor in the industry is susceptible to various health and occupational hazards. In a unique public-private partnership project, a medical team from a public sector teaching hospital in Mumbai provided comprehensive on-site health care services to the construction workers of a private construction company. Objective: To study socio-demographic profile and morbidity pattern of construction workers. Setting and Design: A cross-sectional study at construction site Vidyavihar (West), Mumbai, was carried out over the period of May to November 2010. Mat... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034465 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034465 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034464&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F25%2F83002 Conclusions: These findings provide a prima facie evidence of higher occupational stress among railway engine pilots because of identified specific stressors prevalent in their job and explore the possible intervention strategies for its reduction. Significant correlation is noticed between OSI and laboratory test results, indicating its relevant utility in preliminary psychological screening. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034464 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034464 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034463&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F18%2F83003 Guddi Tiwary, PK GangopadhyayIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):18-24Construction is one of the important industries employing a large number of people on its workforce. A wide range of activities are involved in it. Due to the advent of industrialization and recent developments, this industry is taking a pivotal role for construction of buildings, roads, bridges, and so forth. The workers engaged in this industry are victims of different occupational disorders and psychosocial stresses. In India, they belong to the organized and unorganized sectors. However, data in respect to occupational health and psychosocial stress are scanty in our country. It is true that a sizable number of the workforce is from the unorganized sectors − the working h... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034463 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034463 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034462&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F14%2F83000 Subrata Ghosh, Anandi Bagchi, Devashish Sen, Pathikrit BandyopadhyayIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):14-17Ergonomics is becoming a subject of applying fundamentals on anthropocentric dimensions for holistic welfare. The so-called conflict between Basic science and Applied research finds one of its edges in Ergonomics. Be it cutting-edge technology or frontiers of scientific innovation-all start from understanding basic scientific aptitude and skill, and the best way to get familiar with the situation is practicing basic science again and again at a regular basis. Ergonomics is diversified in such paradigms that truly set an example of such harmony between two apparently never-ending straight lines. If the spirit of Science is true human welfare, be it in... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034462 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034461&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F6%2F82998 Alok Prasad Das, Shikha SinghIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):6-13Elevated concentration of hexavalent chromium pollution and contamination has contributed a major health hazard affecting more than 2 lakh mine workers and inhabitants residing in the Sukinda chromite mine of Odisha, India. Despite people suffering from several forms of ill health, physical and mental deformities, constant exposure to toxic wastes and chronic diseases as a result of chromite mining, there is a tragic gap in the availability of 'scientific' studies and data on the health hazards of mining in India. Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Odisha State Pollution Control Board and the Odisha Voluntary Health Association data were used to compile the possib... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034461 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034461 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034460&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F3%2F82995 Sanjay P Zodpey, Himanshu N Negandhi, Rajnarayan R TiwariIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):3-5Periodic retraining ensures that experts are updated in the advances in the science and methods of their profession. Such periodic retraining is sparsely accessible to Indian occupational health physicians and researchers. However, there is significant material that is available online in occupational health and related fields. This information is open-source and is freely available. It does not require any special subscription on the client's part. This information can supplement the efforts of motivated occupational health practitioners in India. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034460 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034460 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5034459&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2011%2F15%2F1%2F1%2F82994 GK KulkarniIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2011 15(1):1-2 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5034459 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:00:00 +0100 5034459 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352242&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F107%2F75701 S Ganesh Kumar, Sitanshu Sekhar KarIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(3):107-108 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352242 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352242 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352241&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F104%2F75700 Abbas Aghabiklooei, Nasim Zamani, Hamidreza Shiva, Nader RezaeiIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(3):104-106Dimethyl sulfate (DMS) is an oily liquid used as a solvent, stabilizer, sulfonation agent, and catalyst. Exposure to DMS primarily happens in the workplace via inhalational contact and damages the upper and lower airways. Our manuscript reports a case of DMS-related reactive airway dysfunction syndrome ( RADS). The patient was a healthy 29-year-old man who was referred to our ER after accidental exposure to the vapor of DMS with the complaint of dyspnea, dry cough, photophobia, and hoarseness. His vital signs were normal except for a low-grade fever. Redness of the pharynx, conjunctivitis, and cholinergic signs and symptoms were present. Conservative ma... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352241 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352241 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352240&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F100%2F75699 Conclusions: The solvent from the renovation site was a potential source of health hazards for hospital staffs. The relevant authorities should be concerned about implementing a policy for the prevention of indoor pollution in the hospital. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352240 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352240 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352239&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F97%2F75698 Conclusion: The incidence of injuries was greater among male workers, those working both in the field and factory and those handling multiple tasks. The most common morbidities suffered were "small cuts and abrasions" in about 53%of the workers. Backache and insect bites were assigned the highest risk rating scores. Continued monitoring of the risk assessment by the workers could help in a planned reduction of commonly occurring injuries by agreeing on a specified risk limit. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352239 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352239 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352238&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F94%2F75697 Pravin N Yerpude, Keerti S JogdandIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(3):94-96Objective: To study the morbidity pattern among cotton mill workers. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in cotton mills in Guntur District (AP) in January 2009 to May 2009. Total 474 workers were included in the study. Results: All study subjects were male. Most of the study subjects belonged to age group 30−40 years (56.96%) and lower socioeconomic status (36.09%) according to modified Kuppuswamy's classification. The literacy status was varied with 5.70% being illiterate and 37.13% were educated up to primary school. Most of workers were working in Ring frame (41.56%) and majority (58.44%) wer... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352238 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352238 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352237&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F91%2F75696 Conclusion: High Prevalence of respiratory morbidity (42.66%) and 8 (10.66%) workers with decreased PEFR were found. It also showed that there was statistically significant relationship between duration (years) of working and respiratory morbid condition. This condition can be prevented by good health education and appropriate usage of safety devices, and further studies are recommended. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352237 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352237 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352236&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F87%2F75695 Conclusion: The high prevalence of respiratory morbidity in ex-workers as compared to current workers can be attributed to the out-of-the-job healthy workers' effect. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352236 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352235&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F78%2F75694 Conclusion: All orchard-related 389 patients had high-grade tumors as compared to the non-pesticide tumors. Mortality in pesticide-exposed tumors was 12%. The higher or upper-normal levels of serum cholinesterase (AChE) were observed in 54.7% (213 out of 389) patients and decreased levels were found in only 45.3% (176 out of 389) orchard-related patients (RR = 19.4; OR = >5; 95% CI = >1-10). Although serum AChE levels were a routine investigation in malignant brain tumors, this was not a routine in other neurological conditions (hospitalized controls). The familial gliomas have shown an emerging trend in the orchard residents of valley of Kashmir. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352235 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352234&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F71%2F75693 Conclusions: The finding of the study may be a useful initial tool in estimating possible HDI pollution situation in the PUR workplaces, based on simple psychrometric factors (indoor air temperature and relative humidity). (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352234 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352234 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352233&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F66%2F75692 Conclusion: The electronic equipment repairers, exposed to ELF-EMF, are at a risk of oxidative stress and sleep insufficiency, which could be explained by lower plasma melatonin levels and higher MDA levels. Health education about the hazards of ELF-EMF, shortening of exposure time per day, and taking antioxidant vitamins should be done to ameliorate the oxidative effect of EMF on those workers. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352233 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4352232&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F3%2F63%2F75691 T RajgopalIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(3):63-65 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4352232 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0100 4352232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121334&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F58%2F72243 Ranjana Choudhari, NG Sathwara, VK Shivgotra, Shruti Patel, RA Rathod, Shagufta Shaikh, M Idrish Shaikh, Shaswat Dodia, DJ Parikh, HN SaiyedIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(2):58-62This lead exposure study was conducted in a total of 452 school children in the age group of 9-14 years. Two hundred and ninety-eight exposed children came from the villages situated within a 2.5 km radius of the lead-zinc mine whereas the comparative group children were selected from the villages at least 10 km away from mine. Environmental monitoring study suggested that lead levels in air and water samples near the mining areas were within the Central Pollution Control Board prescribed standards. Lead levels in about 80% of the children were less than 10 μg/... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121334 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121333&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F54%2F72242 In this study, we analyzed the cross-sectional data on neurologic signs and symptoms from 225 rural children, both males (n = 132) and females (n = 93) who were occupationally and paraoccupationally exposed to methyl OPs (dichlorvos, fenthion, malathion, methyl parathion) and ethyl OPs (chlorpyrifos, diazinon, ethyl parathion) as they belonged to agricultural families handling, mixing, and spraying the OP pesticides. The children completed a specially designed questionnaire (Q16) on neurologic symptoms associated with pesticide exposure with their parental help. A suitable reference group consisting of rural children (n = 50) never involved in pesticide handling (neither outdoor nor indoor) belonging to similar socioeconomic strata included in the study to compare the prevalence of various... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121333 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121332&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F49%2F72241 Conclusion: Reducing sickness absence from LBP among power plant workers requires focusing on the working conditions of blue-collar workers and risk factors for LBP. Increasing social support in the work environment may have effects in reducing sickness absence from LBP. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121332 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121331&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F45%2F72240 Neeti Rustagi, Ritesh SinghIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(2):45-48Mercury is toxic heavy metal. It has many characteristic features. Health care organizations have used mercury in many forms since time immemorial. The main uses of mercury are in dental amalgam, sphygmomanometers, and thermometers. The mercury once released into the environment can remain for a longer period. Both acute and chronic poisoning can be caused by it. Half of the mercury found in the atmosphere is human generated and health care contributes the substantial part to it. The world has awakened to the harmful effects of mercury. The World Health Organization and United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) have issued guidelines for the countries' health care sector to becom... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121331 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121330&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F42%2F72239 Harshal T PandveIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(2):42-44Climate change has emerged as one of the most important environmental issues ever to confront humanity. Recent events have emphatically demonstrated our growing vulnerability to climate change, and health hazards are a major concern. Research pertaining to the effects of climate change on human health is the need of the hour. This paper discusses the broad challenges in health research in developing countries with specific reference to climate change. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121330 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121329&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F39%2F72238 This study demonstrated that multinomial logistic regression is an effective model for profiling the greatest risk of the benzene-exposed group caused by different explanatory variables. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121329 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121328&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F31%2F72237 Rajani G Tumane, Shubhangi K Pingle, Aruna A Jawade, Nirmalendu N NathIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(2):31-38Silicosis is a chronic lung disease characterized by granulomatous and fibrotic lesions, which occurs due to accumulation of respirable silica mineral particles. Apoptosis is an important phenomenon of cell death in silicosis. The relationship between silica dust and its exposure is well established. But, the complex chain of cellular responses, which leads to caspase activation in silicosis, has not been fully discovered. Caspase activation plays a central role in the execution of apoptosis. Silica-induced apoptosis of the alveolar macrophages could potentially favor a proinflammatory state, occurring in the lungs of silicotic patients, resulting ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121328 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121328 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4121327&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F2%2F29%2F72236 SM ShanbhagIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(2):29-30 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4121327 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 00:00:00 +0100 4121327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3698449&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D25%3Bepage%3D25%3Baulast%3DKulkarni GK KulkarniIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):25-25 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3698449 Sat, 26 Jun 2010 07:01:53 +0100 3698449 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694291&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D25%3Bepage%3D25%3Baulast%3DKulkarni GK KulkarniIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):25-25 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694291 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694291 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694290&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D24%3Bepage%3D24%3Baulast%3DBianchi Claudio Bianchi, Tommaso BianchiIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):24-24 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694290 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694290 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694289&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D22%3Bepage%3D23%3Baulast%3DPandve Harshal T PandveIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):22-23 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694289 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694289 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694288&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D20%3Bepage%3D21%3Baulast%3DPandve Harshal T PandveIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):20-21 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694288 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694288 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694287&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D17%3Bepage%3D19%3Baulast%3DYilmaz In this study, two siblings (one a 7-year-old boy and the other a 13 years old girl) are reported who developed chronic mercury poisoning as a result of long-term contact with batteries. Our aim is to emphasize the importance of mercury poisoning that is extremely rarely seen in childhood. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694287 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694287 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694286&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D13%3Bepage%3D16%3Baulast%3DHenry Jane Henry, R ParthasarathyIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):13-16The article presents the premises for the need to develop a relationship-focused family life education program for young adult employees. The article explores the changing trends in the Indian family unit and their impact on the workforce. The author also presents the findings from interviews with family-intervention experts and their recommendations for the contents of such a program. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694286 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694286 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694285&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D6%3Bepage%3D12%3Baulast%3DParalikar Swapnil J Paralikar, Jagdish H ParalikarIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):6-12Sojourns to high altitude have become common for recreation and adventure purposes. In most individuals, gradual ascent to a high altitude leads to a series of adaptive changes in the body, termed as acclimatization. These include changes in the respiratory, cardiovascular, hematologic systems and cellular adaptations that enhance oxygen delivery to the tissues and augment oxygen uptake. Thus there is an increase in pulmonary ventilation, increase in diffusing capacity in the lung, an increase in the cardiac output and increase in the red blood cell count due to an increase in erythropoietin secretion by the kidney, all of which enhance oxygen delivery to the cells. Cellular cha... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694285 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694285 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694284&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D3%3Bepage%3D5%3Baulast%3DSharma Mukesh SharmaIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):3-5Manmade nanoparticles range from the well-established multi-ton production of carbon black and fumed silica for applications in plastic fillers and car tyres to microgram quantities of fluorescent quantum dots used as markers in biological imaging. While benefits of nanotechnology are widely publicized, the discussion of the potential effects of their widespread use in the consumer and industrial products are just beginning to emerge. Acceptance of nanoparticle toxicity led to wide acceptance of the fact that nanotoxicology, as a scientific discipline shall be quite different from occupational hygiene in approach and context. Understanding the toxicity of nanomaterials and nano-enabled products is importan... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694284 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694284 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3694283&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D14%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D1%3Bepage%3D2%3Baulast%3DKulkarni Ganesh KulkarniIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):1-2 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3694283 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 07:05:21 +0100 3694283 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094335&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F25%2F64614 GK KulkarniIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):25-25 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094335 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094335 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094334&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F24%2F64613 Claudio Bianchi, Tommaso BianchiIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):24-24 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094334 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094333&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F22%2F64612 Harshal T PandveIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):22-23 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094333 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094332&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F20%2F64611 Harshal T PandveIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):20-21 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094332 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094331&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F17%2F64610 In this study, two siblings (one a 7-year-old boy and the other a 13 years old girl) are reported who developed chronic mercury poisoning as a result of long-term contact with batteries. Our aim is to emphasize the importance of mercury poisoning that is extremely rarely seen in childhood. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094331 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094331 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094330&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F13%2F64609 Jane Henry, R ParthasarathyIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):13-16The article presents the premises for the need to develop a relationship-focused family life education program for young adult employees. The article explores the changing trends in the Indian family unit and their impact on the workforce. The author also presents the findings from interviews with family-intervention experts and their recommendations for the contents of such a program. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094330 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094329&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F6%2F64608 Swapnil J Paralikar, Jagdish H ParalikarIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):6-12Sojourns to high altitude have become common for recreation and adventure purposes. In most individuals, gradual ascent to a high altitude leads to a series of adaptive changes in the body, termed as acclimatization. These include changes in the respiratory, cardiovascular, hematologic systems and cellular adaptations that enhance oxygen delivery to the tissues and augment oxygen uptake. Thus there is an increase in pulmonary ventilation, increase in diffusing capacity in the lung, an increase in the cardiac output and increase in the red blood cell count due to an increase in erythropoietin secretion by the kidney, all of which enhance oxygen delivery to the cells. Cellular cha... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094329 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094329 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094328&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F3%2F64607 Mukesh SharmaIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):3-5Manmade nanoparticles range from the well-established multi-ton production of carbon black and fumed silica for applications in plastic fillers and car tyres to microgram quantities of fluorescent quantum dots used as markers in biological imaging. While benefits of nanotechnology are widely publicized, the discussion of the potential effects of their widespread use in the consumer and industrial products are just beginning to emerge. Acceptance of nanoparticle toxicity led to wide acceptance of the fact that nanotoxicology, as a scientific discipline shall be quite different from occupational hygiene in approach and context. Understanding the toxicity of nanomaterials and nano-enabled products is importan... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094328 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094328 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4094327&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Ftext.asp%3F2010%2F14%2F1%2F1%2F64606 Ganesh KulkarniIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2010 14(1):1-2 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4094327 Wed, 23 Jun 2010 23:00:00 +0100 4094327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162733&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D155%3Bepage%3D155%3Baulast%3DWiwanitkit Wiwanitkit VirojIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):155-155 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162733 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162733 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162732&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D154%3Bepage%3D154%3Baulast%3DPandve Pandve Harshal T, Fernandez Kevin, Singru Samir A, Chawla P SIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):154-154 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162732 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162732 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162731&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D146%3Bepage%3D153%3Baulast%3DMishra Conclusions:</b> A positive atmosphere towards tobacco quitting and positive peer pressure assisting each other in tobacco cessation was remarkably noted on the entire industrial campus. A comprehensive model workplace tobacco cessation program has been established, which can be replicated elsewhere. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162731 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162731 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162730&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D141%3Bepage%3D145%3Baulast%3DAugner Conclusions:</b> We conclude that self-declared base station neighbors are more strained than others. EMF-related health concerns cannot explain these findings. Further research should identify if actual EMF exposure or other factors are responsible for these results. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162730 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162729&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D135%3Bepage%3D140%3Baulast%3DZodpey Zodpey S P, Negandhi Himanshu, Tiwari R RIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):135-140The occupational health scenario is undergoing a paradigm shift in developing countries with rapid industrialization. Inadequate human resource is, however, a concern. The creation of Basic Occupational Health Services will demand a further increase in specialist manpower. The current training capacity of occupational health specialists has been mapped by a systematic review in India. Twenty-one institutes have been identified all across the country. They have an existing capacity for training about 460 specialists. This number is inadequate considering the population of India's working class. A mixture of strategies must be urgently planned for addressing this issue.... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162729 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162729 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162728&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D131%3Bepage%3D134%3Baulast%3DRastogi Rastogi S K, Satyanarayan P.V.V, Ravishankar D, Tripathi SachinIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):131-134Oxidative stress status and Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) activity were studied in blood samples obtained from 61 agricultural workers engaged in spraying organophosphorus (OP) insecticides in the mango plantation, with a minimum work history of one year, in the age range of 12-55 years. Controls were age-matched, unexposed workers, who never had any exposure to OP pesticides. They were evaluated for oxidative stress markers MDA (end product of lipid peroxidation), reduced glutathione (GSH), and Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BChE) levels in blood. The results showed a marked inhibition of the AChE and BChE activities in the spraye... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162728 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162727&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D127%3Bepage%3D130%3Baulast%3DSingh Conclusions:</b> Workers involved in pesticide application use personal protection measures very poorly and defectively. Almost half of the applicators were not following right direction with respect to wind direction while spraying, thus it increase the risk of exposure. There is a clear need to develop specific training and prevention programs for these workers. The determinants of pesticide exposure in agricultural workers described in this study should be properly assessed in epidemiological studies of the health effects of pesticides on agricultural workers at national level. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162727 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162726&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D121%3Bepage%3D126%3Baulast%3DKesavachandran Conclusions:</b> These findings provide a prima facie evidence of clinical manifestations because of multiple exposures to pesticides and poor safety culture at work place. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162726 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162725&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D113%3Bepage%3D120%3Baulast%3DMandal Mandal Asish KumarIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):113-120Overwhelming evidence shows that hazardous work, working conditions, and environment fail to maintain homeostasis results in death or severe disability. Up to the 1980s, governments did not pay major attention to occupational health in developing countries, including India. The Bhopal Gas Tragedy, in 1984, was the turning point in the history of health and safety in India. It was time for the government to think deeply and review the existing legislative measures, for the upliftment of the occupational health situation in India. However, all the services remain grossly underutilized because of inadequate strategies, policies, and the lack of a proper monitoring mechanism, for occupational workers.... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162725 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162724&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D109%3Bepage%3D112%3Baulast%3DSharma Sharma Mukesh, Majumdar P KIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):109-112Lifestyle diseases characterize those diseases whose occurrence is primarily based on the daily habits of people and are a result of an inappropriate relationship of people with their environment. The main factors contributing to lifestyle diseases include bad food habits, physical inactivity, wrong body posture, and disturbed biological clock. A report, jointly prepared by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Economic Forum, says India will incur an accumulated loss of $236.6 billion by 2015 on account of unhealthy lifestyles and faulty diet. According to the report, 60% of all deaths worldwide in 2005 (35 million) resulted from noncommunicable diseases and accounted ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162724 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3162723&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D107%3Bepage%3D108%3Baulast%3DKumar Kumar JIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(3):107-108 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3162723 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 17:03:59 +0100 3162723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718728&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D106%3Bepage%3D106%3Baulast%3DKulkarni Kulkarni G KIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(2):106-106 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718728 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718727&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D105%3Bepage%3D105%3Baulast%3DPandve Pandve Harshal T, Deshmukh Poonam R, Pandve Rahul T, Patil Neha RIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(2):105-105 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718727 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718726&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D104%3Bepage%3D104%3Baulast%3DKumar Kumar S Ganesh, Jayarama SIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(2):104-104 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718726 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718725&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D97%3Bepage%3D103%3Baulast%3DMishra Conclusions:</b> Identifying reasons for initiation and continuation of tobacco consumption along with baseline assessment of knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding tobacco use, are important in formulating strategies for a comprehensive workplace tobacco cessation program. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718725 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718725 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718724&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D92%3Bepage%3D96%3Baulast%3DMandiracioglu The objective of this study was to examine self-reported occupational health risks and health complaints of barbers and hairdressers. A total of 1284 individuals from 300 workplaces in Izmir participated in this study. The workers completed the questionnaires during their training in occupational health. Self-reported symptoms were allergy: 35% and musculoskeletal symptoms: 32%. The frequency of allergy complaints was found to be significantly higher in older individuals and in women. Allergic complaints were more frequent in i) those having history of allergy, ii) in the group where the use of protective clothing and gloves was lower, iii) in smokers and in those who found ventilation in the workplace to be inadequate. Only 41.2% reported that they used gloves and 15.... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718724 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718724 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718723&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D88%3Bepage%3D91%3Baulast%3DAttarchi This study examined 100 people, 86 men and 14 women; 37% of these 100 subjects were found to suffer from skin diseases and disorders: 24% contact dermatitis, 2% leukoderma, 3% nail hyperpigmentation. Less than half of these subjects (43%) were found to be working with nonmechanized (manual) printers whereas the other 57% worked with computerized printers. Employees working with nonmechanized printers were found to have a statistically meaningful increase in skin diseases compared with subjects who were working with computerized printers (Odds ratio = 7.4, 95% CI = 2.59-21.92, <i> P</i> = 0.001). Some (41%) of these subjects did not use gloves and were found to have a statistically significant in... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718723 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718723 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718722&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D84%3Bepage%3D87%3Baulast%3DSingh Singh Bhoopendra, Dogra T DIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(2):84-87A simple and rapid method is described for the estimation of some organophosphorus insecticides in the serum of occupationally exposed persons. The compounds are extracted with a mixture of acetone and diethyl ether (1:1 v/v) in acidic medium and the extraction residue is analyzed by gas chromatography with nitrogen phosphorus detection method. Linearity was acceptable over concentrations from 0.25 to 4.0 µg/mL. The method percentile recovery for the six different organophosphorus insecticides was 86.3% for phorate, 78.3% for dimethoate, 82.3% for malathion, 79.4% for chlorpyrifos, 80.2% for diazinon, and 68.5% for ethion at the µg/mL ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718722 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718721&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D80%3Bepage%3D83%3Baulast%3DBianchi This study reviews a series of 811 malignant pleural mesothelioma cases, diagnosed at hospitals in Trieste and Monfalcone districts of north eastern Italy, a narrow coastal strip with a population of about three lakh, in the period 1968-2008. The diagnosis was based on histological examination in 801 cases, and cytological findings in 10. Necropsy was performed in 610 cases. Occupational histories were obtained directly from the patients or their relatives through personal or telephone interviews. Routine lung sections were examined for asbestos bodies in 500 cases. In 143 cases asbestos bodies were isolated and counted by chemical digestion of the lung tissue using the Smith-Naylor method. The series included 717 men and 94 women aged between 32 and 93 years (mean 69.2 years). Detailed oc... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718721 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718721 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718720&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D77%3Bepage%3D79%3Baulast%3DShah This article gives definitions of HWE explained with historical background; discusses factors affecting it and suggests methods to minimize problems associated with it. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718720 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718719&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D65%3Bepage%3D76%3Baulast%3DCooper Conclusion:</b> Beryllium has some useful but undoubtedly harmful effects on health and well-being. Measures need to be taken to prevent hazardous exposure to this element, making its biological monitoring in the workplace essential. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718719 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718718&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D60%3Bepage%3D64%3Baulast%3DDhatrak Dhatrak Sarang V, Nandi Subroto SIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(2):60-64The estimated average daily employment in the Indian mining sector is 5,60,000, which comprises 87% in the public sector and 13% in the private sector, of which around 70,000 are working in metallic mines. The mine workers are exposed to dust of various potentially toxic substances. The common toxicants present in the mining environment are lead, mercury, cadmium, manganese, aluminium, fluoride, arsenic, etc. Inhalation and absorption through the skin are common routes of exposure. Low-dose chronic exposure of toxic substances results in the accumulation of toxicants in the body. Hence, there is a need to monitor the mining environment as well as the miners for these tox... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718718 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2718717&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D57%3Bepage%3D59%3Baulast%3DMahadevan Mahadevan HIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(2):57-59 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2718717 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:17:11 +0100 2718717 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379443&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D43%3Bepage%3D52%3Baulast%3DBoojar Conclusions:</b> We concluded that high levels of enzyme and detergent contents of work place dusts had a cumulative effect and smoking had a synergistic effect on the imbalance of antioxidant status and lipid peroxidation, suggesting that oxidation stress is important in the occurrence and progression of DNA damage over this study. Detergent and enzyme contents in respirable and total dust had the main role and sufficient potential in their genotoxicity. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379443 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379442&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D38%3Bepage%3D42%3Baulast%3DMirmohammadi Mirmohammadi Mirtaghi, Ibrahim M Hakimi, Ahmad Anees, Kadir Mohd Omar Abdul, Mohammadyan M, Mirashrafi S BIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(1):38-42Today many raw materials used in factories may have a dangerous effect on the physiological system of workers. One of them, which is widely used in the polyurethane factories, is diisocyanates. These compounds are widely used in surface coatings, polyurethane foams, adhesives, resins, elastomers, binders, and sealants. Exposure to diisocyanates causes irritation to the skin, mucous membranes, eyes, and respiratory tract. Methylene dianiline (MDA) is a metabolite of methylene diphenyle diisocyanate (MDI), an excretory material of worker's urine who are exposed to MDI. Around 100 air samples were collected a... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379442 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379441&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D33%3Bepage%3D37%3Baulast%3DSuresh Conclusions: </b> Because elevated blood level of phenanthrene is associated with bronchial asthma as well as with oxidative stress, measures to reduce exposure to PAH may possibly lead to reduced incidence and severity of bronchial asthma. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379441 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379440&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D28%3Bepage%3D32%3Baulast%3DKane Conclusion: </b> Moderate levels of stress are seen in a majority of the nurses. Incidence of psychosomatic illness increases with the level of stress. Healthcare organizations need to urgently take preemptive steps to counter this problem. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379440 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379440 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379439&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D23%3Bepage%3D27%3Baulast%3DKhan Khan Mohd Imran, Mahdi Abbas Ali, Islam Najmul, Rastogi Subodh Kumar, Negi M.P.SIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(1):23-27Thirty-five male painters in the age group of 20-50 years occupationally engaged in domestic and commercial painting for 5-12 years having blood lead levels (BLL) ≤40 µg/dl were subjected to the determination of acetyl choline esterase (AChE) levels both in plasma and red blood cell (RBC) lysate. BLL were determined using a graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometer. The results showed that BLL were 7.7 times higher in the painters as compared with that of the control group. Significant decreases in RBC and plasma AChE were observed in the exposed group in comparison with controls. RBC and plasma AChE showed a... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379439 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379438&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D20%3Bepage%3D22%3Baulast%3DRafiei Rafiei Masoud, Gadgil Alaka S, Ghole Vikram S, Gore Sharad D, Jaafarzadeh Neemat, Mirkazemi RoksanaIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(1):20-22<b>Background:</b> Air pollutants of iron- and steel-making operations have historically been an environmental and health hazard. These pollutants include gaseous substances such as sulfur oxide, nitrogen dioxide, and carbon monoxide. The Iran National Steel Industrial Group beam rolling mills factory has two production lines viz. line 630 and line 650, with different beam production capabilities and is capable of producing different types of beams. <b> Materials and Methods:</b> A retrospective cross-sectional study on 400 workers in differ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379438 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379438 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379437&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D17%3Bepage%3D19%3Baulast%3DPandve This article briefly reviews the plan and opinion about it from different experts and organizations. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379437 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379437 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379436&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D11%3Bepage%3D16%3Baulast%3DMajra Majra J P, Gur AIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(1):11-16Overwhelming evidence shows that climate change presents growing threats to public health security - from extreme weather-related disasters to wider spread of such vector-borne diseases as malaria and dengue. The impacts of climate on human health will not be evenly distributed around the world. The Third Assessment Report (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change-2001) concluded that vulnerability to climate change is a function of exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity. Developing country populations, particularly in small island states, arid and high mountain zones, and in densely populated coastal areas are considered to be particularly vulnerable. India is a large developing country, with ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379436 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379436 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379435&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D3%3Bepage%3D10%3Baulast%3DCooper Conclusion:</b> Antimony has some useful but undoubtedly harmful effects on health and well-being and measures need to be taken to prevent hazardous exposure of the like. Its biological monitoring in the workplace is essential. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379435 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379435 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2379434&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D13%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D1%3Bepage%3D2%3Baulast%3DPingle Pingle ShyamIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2009 13(1):1-2 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2379434 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:33:06 +0100 2379434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064065&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D143%3Bepage%3D143%3Baulast%3DMajra Majra J P, Gur AIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):143-143 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064065 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064065 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064064&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D142%3Bepage%3D142%3Baulast%3DPandve Pandve Harshal TIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):142-142 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064064 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064064 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064063&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D139%3Bepage%3D141%3Baulast%3DSadhu Conclusion:</b> Workers' blood lead levels were brought down from 114.4, 110.0 and 120.6 mg/dL with treatment of D-penicillamine to 40 mg/dL. It may be concluded that lead poisoning is a preventable public health problem that particularly affects the industrial workers in small lead-based units. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064063 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064062&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D136%3Bepage%3D138%3Baulast%3DShushtarian Shushtarian S Masoud, Mirdehghan M S, Valiollahi PIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):136-138Damages caused by an intraocular foreign body (IOFB) to the visual system, mainly the retina, mostly occur during certain occupational activities. Turners are among the laborers who are mostly exposed to IOFB. The aim of the present work is to survey the effect of an IOFB on the visual system, mainly the retina. Fifty laborers of a turner factory who were exposed to IOFB were selected. Electroretinography (ERG) was recorded in all the laborers. Beside these workers, 50 laborers with no incidence of IOFB were also selected. They were also tested using ERG. The results obtained in the two groups were compared together to search for the possible changes in the two grou... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064062 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064062 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064061&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D132%3Bepage%3D135%3Baulast%3DRastogi Rastogi Subodh Kumar, Pandey Amit, Tripathi SachinIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):132-135In a cross-sectional study, a random sample of 197 male workers drawn from different sections of 10 leather tanneries in Kanpur were selected for the assessment of health risks. A control group comprising of 117 male subjects belonging to a similar age group and socioeconomic strata, who never had any occupational exposure in the leather tanneries, were also examined for the comparison purpose. The findings revealed a significantly higher prevalence of morbidity among the exposed workers in contrast to that observed in the controls (40.1% vs. 19.6%). The respiratory diseases (16.7%) were mainly responsible for a higher morbidity among the expose... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064061 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064061 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064060&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D128%3Bepage%3D131%3Baulast%3DBhagia Bhagia Lakho J, Sadhu H GIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):128-131It is well known that an exposure to crystalline silica gives rise to silicosis and silico-tuberculosis (TB). In the agate industry of Khambhat (Gujarat) not only workers but also people staying in the vicinity of the agate-grinding facilities are exposed to crystalline silica. To reduce their dust exposure, dust control devices were developed. There are approximately 500 grinding machines located in Khambhat. A cost-benefit analysis of installing dust control devices on all agate-grinding machines was carried out by adding all positive factors and benefits and subtracting the negatives and costs. It was concluded that by installing dust control devices not only could the prevalence of sili... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064060 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064059&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D122%3Bepage%3D127%3Baulast%3DDeolalikar Deolalikar RIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):122-127Safety in nuclear power plants (NPPs) in India is a very important topic and it is necessary to dissipate correct information to all the readers and the public at large. In this article, I have briefly described how the safety in our NPPs is maintained. Safety is accorded overriding priority in all the activities. NPPs in India are not only safe but are also well regulated, have proper radiological protection of workers and the public, regular surveillance, dosimetry, approved standard operating and maintenance procedures, a well-defined waste management methodology, proper well documented and periodically rehearsed emergency preparedness and disaster management plans. The NPPs have occupational health ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064059 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064059 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064058&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D116%3Bepage%3D121%3Baulast%3DWiwanitkit Wiwanitkit VirojIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):116-121Heavy metal is widely used in industries and presents as a problematic environmental pollution. Some heavy metals, especially lead and mercury, are well described for their occupational and environmental intoxication whereas the other minor heavy metals are less concerned. In this article, the author will present the details of occupational and environmental minor heavy metal intoxication. This review focuses mainly on aluminum, tin, copper, manganese, chromium, cadmium and nickel. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064058 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064058 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064057&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D112%3Bepage%3D115%3Baulast%3DTiwari Tiwari Rajnarayan RIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):112-115An estimated 1.2 million scavengers in the country are involved in the sanitation of our surroundings. The working conditions of these sanitary workers have remained virtually unchanged for over a century. Apart from the social atrocities that these workers face, they are exposed to certain health problems by virtue of their occupation. These health hazards include exposure to harmful gases such as methane and hydrogen sulfide, cardiovascular degeneration, musculoskeletal disorders like osteoarthritic changes and intervertebral disc herniation, infections like hepatitis, leptospirosis and helicobacter, skin problems, respiratory system problems and altered pulmonary function parameters. This can ... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064057 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064057 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064056&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D107%3Bepage%3D111%3Baulast%3DPingle Pingle Shubhangi K, Tumane Rajani G, Jawade Aruna AIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):107-111Neopterin is regarded as an early biomarker of the cellular immune response. This low molecular mass compound belongs to the class of pteridine and is a metabolite of guanosine triphosphate, which is produced by the activated macrophages and dendritic cells after stimulation with γ-interferon. An international group acknowledges the fact that the levels of serum neopterin can be used as a marker of the effect of exposure to silica and other occupational diseases. The determination of neopterin is an innovative tool for monitoring diseases associated with the activation of cell-mediated immunity. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmen... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064056 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064056 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2064055&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D103%3Bepage%3D106%3Baulast%3DRastogi Rastogi S KIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(3):103-106 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2064055 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:27:19 +0100 2064055 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852134&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D96%3Bepage%3D97%3Baulast%3DPandve Pandve Harshal TIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):96-97 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852134 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852133&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D93%3Bepage%3D95%3Baulast%3DPandve Pandve Harshal TIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):93-95 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852133 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852133 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852132&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D91%3Bepage%3D92%3Baulast%3DShanbhag Shanbhag S MIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):91-92 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852132 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852131&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D88%3Bepage%3D90%3Baulast%3DPandit Pandit Kirti, Tiwari Rajnarayan RIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):88-90<b>Objective:</b> To study the different morbid conditions among steel pipe producing workers. <b> Methods:</b> The present cross-sectional study has been carried out among the workers of one of the steel pipes and tubes manufacturing factory of Gujarat. Hundred workers from the four major departments of the steel pipe production plant, namely welding, pressing machine, X-ray welding and loading/transportation department were covered. The information regarding demographic, occupational, clinical characteristics and diagnosis were recorded on a pre-designed proforma. Statistical analysis included calculatio... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852131 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852131 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852130&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D82%3Bepage%3D87%3Baulast%3DJafari Jafari Mohammad Javad, Karimi Ali, Azari Mansoor RezazadehIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):82-87This paper presents the successful design and implementation of several exhaust ventilation systems in a paint manufacturing factory. The ventilation systems were designed based on American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists recommendations. The duct works, fans, and other parts were made and mounted by local manufacturers. The concentrations of toluene and xylene as the common solvents used in paint mixing factories were measured to evaluate the role of ventilation systems in controlling the organic solvents. Occupational exposure to toluene and xylene as the major pollutants was assessed with and without applying ventilation systems. For this p... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852130 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852130 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852129&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D76%3Bepage%3D81%3Baulast%3DPuri In this study, solid-waste management practices were evaluated in order to find out its link with occurrence of vector-borne disease. Strategies for solid-waste management were employed as practical model to solve the problems regarding pollution which is originated by solid-waste. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852129 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852129 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852128&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D71%3Bepage%3D75%3Baulast%3DRafiei Rafiei Masoud, Gadgil Alaka S, Ghole Vikram S, Jaafarzadeh Neemat, Gore Sharad D, Aberomand Mohammad, Shabab MitraIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):71-75Workers of iron and steel factories are exposed to a wide range of pollutants depending on the particular process, the materials involved, the effectiveness of monitoring and the control measures. Adverse effects are determined by the physical state and propensities of the pollutant involved, the intensity and duration of the exposure, the extent of pollutant accumulation in the body and the sensitivity of the individual to its effects. The main aim of this study is to assess the levels of the indoor respirable particulate matter (RPM) and to compare the health condition of exposed workers, with nonexpose... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852128 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852128 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852127&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D65%3Bepage%3D70%3Baulast%3DPinto Pinto Violet NIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):65-70Electronic waste or e-waste is one of the rapidly growing problems of the world. E-waste comprises of a multitude of components, some containing toxic substances that can have an adverse impact on human health and the environment if not handled properly. In India, e-waste management assumes greater significance not only due to the generation of its own e-waste but also because of the dumping of e-waste from developed countries. This is coupled with India's lack of appropriate infrastructure and procedures for its disposal and recycling. This review article provides a concise overview of India's current e-waste scenario, namely magnitude of the problem, environmental and health hazards, cur... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852127 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852126&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D61%3Bepage%3D64%3Baulast%3DJoshi Joshi Sumedha MIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):61-64The sick building syndrome comprises of various nonspecific symptoms that occur in the occupants of a building. This feeling of ill health increases sickness absenteeism and causes a decrease in productivity of the workers. As this syndrome is increasingly becoming a major occupational hazard, the cause, management and prevention of this condition have been discussed in this article. (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852126 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852126 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852125&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D57%3Bepage%3D60%3Baulast%3DBianchi Bianchi Claudio, Bianchi TommasoIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):57-60Asbestos is the principal agent in the etiology of malignant mesothelioma. However, a small proportion of people exposed to asbestos develop mesothelioma. This suggests the role of host factors in the genesis of the tumor. A genetic susceptibility is suggested by the occurrence of more mesothelioma cases among blood-related members of a single family. Such an occurrence reached about 4% in a large mesothelioma series. In some studies, mesothelioma patients showed higher prevalences of additional malignancies when compared with controls. This indicates a particular vulnerability to cancer in people with mesothelioma. Not rarely, very old persons heavily exposed to asbestos remain... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852125 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852124&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D53%3Bepage%3D56%3Baulast%3DNandi Nandi Subroto S, Dhatrak Sarang VIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):53-56Noise is the insidious of all industrial pollutants, involving every industry and causing severe hearing loss in every country in the world. Exposure to excessive noise is the major avoidable cause of permanent hearing impairment. Worldwide, 16% of the disabling hearing loss in adults is attributed to occupational noise, ranging from 7 to 21% in the various subregions. The estimated cost of noise to developed countries ranges from 0.2 to 2% of the gross domestic product (GDP). Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is bilateral and symmetrical, usually affecting the higher frequencies (3k, 4k or 6k Hz) and then spreading to the lower frequencies (0.5k, 1k or 2k Hz). Ot... Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852124 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852124 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1852123&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D51%3Bepage%3D52%3Baulast%3DKulkarni Kulkarni G KIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(2):51-52 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1852123 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:44:04 +0100 1852123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444579&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D44%3Bepage%3D44%3Baulast%3DKulkarni Kulkarni GKIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):44-44 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444579 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444579 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444578&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D43%3Bepage%3D44%3Baulast%3DKrishna Krishna GopalIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):43-44 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444578 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444578 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444577&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D43%3Bepage%3D43%3Baulast%3DParekh Parekh RamnikIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):43-43 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444577 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444577 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444576&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D42%3Bepage%3D42%3Baulast%3DJoshi Joshi Tushar KantIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):42-42 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444576 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444576 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http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444574 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444574 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444573&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D37%3Bepage%3D39%3Baulast%3DShushtarian Shushtarian SM, Hajipour AH, Rastegari YIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):37-39 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444573 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444573 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444572&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D33%3Bepage%3D36%3Baulast%3DRoy Roy Sima, Dasgupta AparajitaIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):33-36 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444572 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444572 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1444571&cid=s_33832_48_f&fid=33832&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijoem.com%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0019-5278%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D12%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D29%3Bepage%3D32%3Baulast%3DRastogi Rastogi SK, Singh Vipul K, Kesavachandran C, Jyoti, Siddiqui M.K.J, Mathur N, Bharti RSIndian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2008 12(1):29-32 (Source: Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine) Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1444571 Fri, 16 May 2008 14:04:16 +0100 1444571 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