Browsing Bergen Open Research Archive by Author "Nigatu, Amare Workiye"

Now showing items 1-2 of 2

Respiratory health and acute pesticide intoxications among workers in the flower farm industry in Ethiopia

Nigatu, Amare Workiye (Doctoral thesis, 2017-05-30)

Background: The flower industry in Ethiopia is a rapidly growing economic activity involving tens of thousands of workers. On these farms, roses are cultivated inside greenhouses, which are characterized by elevated ...
Respiratory symptoms, fractional exhaled nitric oxide & endotoxin exposure among female flower farm workers in Ethiopia

Nigatu, Amare Workiye; Bråtveit, Magne; Deressa, Wakgari; Moen, Bente E. (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2015-02-26)

Background: Greenhouse workers are exposed to organic dusts, and they are thereby at risk of developing airway disorders. This study aims to measure personal endotoxin exposure, assess respiratory symptoms and measure ...