[Pesticide exposure and its repercussion in the health of sanitary agents in the State of Ceará, Brazil].
Sanitary agents are the most exposed ones to the effects of insecticides in eradication campaigns since its preparation until its application inside and outside houses. The lack of protection equipment and misinformation on how to use the material properly increase the risk of intoxication. The aim of this work was to analyze the occupational history of vector control sanitary agents in Ceará State, Brazil and its effects on their health. Individual recorded interviews were done with 10 agents who verbally described their life history. The content of these interviews were analyzed through the following categories: agent profile, endemic controls, work conditions, risks and health changes. Health risk situations were described from acute and chronic intoxication to problems with alcoholism. The research showed that sanitary agents have been disrespected as human beings as well as their labor rights, showing negligence by their employers.
Lima
Estelita Pereira
EP
Universidade Federal do Ceará, Centro. 63180-000 Barbalha CE. estelitaplima@hotmail.com
Lopes
Suziy de Matos Bandeira
Sde M
Amorim
Maria Iracema Mariano de
MI
Araújo
Laura Helena Silva
LH
Neves
Kelly Rose Tavares
KR
Maia
Evanira Rodrigues
ER
D000328:Adult; D001938:Brazil; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D016273:Occupational Exposure; D010575:Pesticides / Q000009:adverse effects*
D010575:Pesticides