Factors related to occupational health of farmers exposed to pesticides

Conclusion: the reports show the non-existence of technical training provided by public agencies in the municipality, although the need for such a program was evidenced from the reports of the subjects and their complaints of pesticide intoxication symptoms. As knowledge is a form of empowerment, there is an urgent demand for technical training on the safe use of pesticides and information about their harmful effects to health.
Source: Saude e Sociedade - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research