Extreme heat and occupational injuries in different climate zones: A systematic review and meta-analysis of epidemiological evidence

Background: The link between heat exposure and adverse health outcomes in workers is well documented and a growing body of epidemiological evidence from various countries suggests that extreme heat may also contribute to increased risk of occupational injuries (OI). Previously, there have been no co...

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Main Authors: Syeda Hira Fatima, Paul Rothmore, Lynne C. Giles, Blesson M. Varghese, Peng Bi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2021-03-01
Series:Environment International
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160412021000088