Occupational exposure to pesticides and health symptoms among family farmers in Brazil

CONCLUSIONS: Acute and mental health symptoms were observed, both among farmers and helpers. Thus, surveillance actions must be reinforced in Brazil, technical support and safety training improved, focused on applicators and helpers, who are occupationally and environmentally exposed to pesticides. Agricultural practices of these groups with less pesticide use should receive incentive.
Source: Revista de Saude Publica - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research