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Impact of occupational noise exposure on the hearing level in hospital staffs: a longitudinal study.
Wang, Tang-Chuan; Yu, You-Cheng; Hsu, Alan; Lin, Jia-Yi; Tsou, Yung-An; Liu, Chiu-Shong; Chuang, Kai-Jen; Pan, Wen-Chi; Yang, Chin-An; Hu, Sung-Lin; Ho, Chien-Yi; Chen, Tzu-Liang; Lin, Chia-Der; Pai, Pei-Ying; Chang, Ta-Yuan.
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  • Wang TC; Department of Public Health, College of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Yu YC; Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital, No. 199, Section 1Xinglong Road, Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, 302056, Taiwan.
  • Hsu A; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Lin JY; Master Program for Biomedical Engineering, College of Biomedical Engineering, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Tsou YA; Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital, No. 199, Section 1Xinglong Road, Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, 302056, Taiwan.
  • Liu CS; The Ph.D. Program for Medical Engineering and Rehabilitation Science, College of Biomedical Engineering, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Chuang KJ; Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, China Medical University Hsinchu Hospital, No. 199, Section 1Xinglong Road, Zhubei City, Hsinchu County, 302056, Taiwan.
  • Pan WC; Department of Public Health, College of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Yang CA; Department of Occupational Safety and Health, College of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 100, Section 1Jingmao Road, Beitun District, Taichung City, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Hu SL; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Ho CY; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Chen TL; Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, No.250, Wuxing St., Xinyi Dist., Taipei City, 110, Taiwan.
  • Lin CD; Institute of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, No. 155, Sec. 2, Linong St. Beitou Dist., Taipei City, 112304, Taiwan.
  • Pai PY; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
  • Chang TY; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, China Medical University, No. 100, Sec. 1, Jingmao Rd., Beitun Dist., Taichung, 406040, Taiwan.
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int ; 31(16): 24129-24138, 2024 Apr.
Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38436861
ABSTRACT
The study aimed to evaluate the impact of occupational noise on hearing loss among healthcare workers using audiometry. A longitudinal study was conducted with a six-month follow-up period in a hospital with 21 participants, divided into high-noise-exposure (HNE) and low-noise-exposure (LNE) groups. Mean noise levels were higher in the HNE group (70.4 ± 4.5 dBA), and hearing loss was measured using pure-tone audiometry at baseline and follow-up. The HNE group had significantly higher mean threshold levels at frequencies of 0.25 kHz, 0.5 kHz, 4.0 kHz, and an average of 0.5, 1, 2, and 4 kHz (all p-values < 0.05) after the follow-up period. After adjusting for confounding factors, the HNE group had significantly higher hearing loss levels at 0.25 kHz, 0.5 kHz, and average frequencies of 0.5, 1, 2, and 4 kHz compared to the LNE group at the second measurement. Occupational noise levels above 65 dBA over six months were found to cause significant threshold changes at frequencies of 0.25 kHz, 0.5 kHz, and an average of 0.5-4.0 kHz. This study highlights the risk of noise-induced hearing loss among healthcare workers and emphasizes the importance of implementing effective hearing conservation programs in the workplace. Regular monitoring and assessment of noise levels and hearing ability, along with proper use of personal protective equipment, are crucial steps in mitigating the impact of occupational noise exposure on the hearing health of healthcare workers.
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Exposición Profesional / Pérdida Auditiva Provocada por Ruido / Ruido en el Ambiente de Trabajo / Enfermedades Profesionales Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Environ Sci Pollut Res Int Asunto de la revista: SAUDE AMBIENTAL / TOXICOLOGIA Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Taiwán Pais de publicación: Alemania
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Texto completo: 1 Colección: 01-internacional Base de datos: MEDLINE Asunto principal: Exposición Profesional / Pérdida Auditiva Provocada por Ruido / Ruido en el Ambiente de Trabajo / Enfermedades Profesionales Límite: Humans Idioma: En Revista: Environ Sci Pollut Res Int Asunto de la revista: SAUDE AMBIENTAL / TOXICOLOGIA Año: 2024 Tipo del documento: Article País de afiliación: Taiwán Pais de publicación: Alemania