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International Journal of Public Health and Safety

ISSN: 2736-6189

Open Access

Kekeli Kodjo Adanu

Department of Surgery, University of Health and Allied Sciences, Ho, Ghana

Publications
  • Research Article   
    Pesticide Use and Risk Factors among Pest Exterminators and Farmers in the Greater Accra Region, Ghana
    Author(s): Kekeli Kodjo Adanu*, Stanley Attoh and Selase Kofi Adanu

    Spraying of chemicals is essential as weapon for destroying pests, insects and diseases that are inimical to crops, animals and human beings as they destroy people’s fortunes. While protecting the food system and properties, exposure to chemicals often impact negatively on the health of farmers and pest exterminators when precautionary measures are not taken seriously by pest applicators. In this regard, the objectives of this study were to: identify hazards faced by farmers and commercial pest exterminators; assess conditions that increases the risk of pesticide exposure on the part of farmers and pest exterminators; and examine the health hazards associated with spraying chemicals. Findings of the study identified different types of hazards such as itchy eyes, skin irritation and heavy breathing when protective equipment is not worn by farmers and pest .. Read More»
    DOI: 10.37421/2736-6189.2022.7.275

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