Respiratory Health Effects Associated with Restoration Work in Post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans

Background. This study examines prevalence of respiratory conditions in New Orleans-area restoration workers after Hurricane Katrina. Methods. Between 2007 and 2010, spirometry and respiratory health and occupational questionnaire were administered to 791 New Orleans-area adults who mostly worked in...

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Main Authors: Roy J. Rando, John J. Lefante, Laurie M. Freyder, Robert N. Jones
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Environmental and Public Health
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/462478