Health-Related Risk Caused by Occupational Environmental Exposure

Dear Colleagues,

Occupational exposure to environmental agents can lead to a variety of health conditions, ranging from respiratory and cardiovascular diseases to cancer and neurological disorders. Studies have shown that workers exposed to environmental factors such as atmospheric pollutants, industrial chemicals, dusts, and biological agents, among others, are at higher risk of developing these conditions.

In recent years, there have been significant advances in the knowledge of risks associated with occupational exposure. One of the most important advancements has been the development of more precise methods for assessing and monitoring exposure to harmful agents. Technologies such as portable sensors and biomarkers have enhanced the ability to monitor and identify the detrimental effects caused by acute or chronic exposures. Additionally, longitudinal epidemiological studies have allowed for a more detailed understanding of the long-term effects of occupational exposure.

Recent advancements have thus improved the understanding of risk mechanisms and the tools for monitoring and prevention. However, the complexity of exposures, their interactions, and the multiple biological, psychological, and productive effects in the short, medium, and long term remain a broad field of study yet to be fully explored.

We invite articles that present probabilistic data on health risks arising from exposure to environmental characteristics of the workplace, as well as the proposal of analytical methods and techniques, and the results of occupational interventions addressing such health risks. Additional examples of relevant topics include the following:

• Risk analysis methodologies;
• The validation of risk analysis tools;
• Experimental research;
• Intervention research;
• Effects of exposure to physical agents;
• Effects of exposure to chemical agents;
• Epidemiological research on occupational environmental exposure risks.

Dr. Luiz Bueno Da Silva
Dr. Elamara Marama De Araújo Vieira
Guest Editors

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