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Environmental Sciences
Mansooreh Dehghani, Amin Mohammadpour, Alireza Abbasi, Iman Rostami, Ehsan Gharehchahi, Zahra Derakhshan, Margherita Ferrante, Gea Oliveri Conti
Summary: This study measured BTEX concentration in a municipal wastewater treatment plant and assessed the health risks of inhalation exposure to these compounds. The results showed that benzene and toluene levels in winter were higher than in summer, but below occupational exposure levels. The carcinogenic risks at all sampling sites were below U.S.EPA threshold, indicating no cancer risk.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Afshin Ghaderpoury, Mostafa Hadei, Philip K. Hopke, Noushin Rastkari, Majid Kermani, Abbas Shahsavani
Summary: The study found that mail carriers are exposed to elevated levels of BTEX, especially carcinogenic risk. Concentration had the highest impact on the estimated risks, followed by exposure frequency and exposure time.
AIR QUALITY ATMOSPHERE AND HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Debatosh B. Partha, Andrea E. Cassidy-Bushrow, Yaoxian Huang
Summary: Epidemiological studies have shown that long-term exposure to toxic volatile organic compounds, known as BTEX, is associated with preterm births. This study used a global chemical transport model and an epidemiological model to quantify the country-specific preterm birth rate attributable to long-term BTEX exposure in 2015. The study found that there were 2.01 million preterm births globally due to BTEX exposure, with the largest contributions from India.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Mahdiyeh Mohammadzadeh, Seyede Somayeh Manafi, Fatemeh Yousefian, Agnieszka Gruszecka-Kosowska
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review and found that there is potential health risk for employees due to occupational exposure to formaldehyde, with the highest concentrations observed in waterpipe cafes and anatomy and pathology laboratories. Carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks were reported to be exceeded in a significant percentage of the investigated studies. Therefore, targeted strategies should be adopted to reduce or eliminate exposure to formaldehyde from occupational usage.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rahul Kumar, Sangeet Adhikari, Erin M. Driver, Ted Smith, Aruni Bhatnagar, Pawel K. Lorkiewicz, Zhengzhi Xie, J. David Hoetker, Rolf U. Halden
Summary: This study investigates the feasibility of detecting urinary biomarkers of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) exposure in community wastewater. The results show the presence of various metabolites related to chemical exposure, with community 1 having higher detections and VOC loadings, which are associated with manufacturing activities and vehicle emissions.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Liangmao Zhang, Binghan Wang, Kaiyi Li, Zijiang Wang, Dan Xu, Yinglong Su, Dong Wu, Bing Xie
Summary: This study assesses the chronic exposure risks of aldehydes and ketones in urban food waste treatment processes and identifies potential health hazards. Acetaldehyde is found to be the most harmful pollutant, with both carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risks considered unacceptable. The study highlights the potential inhalation risks of aldehydes and ketones in food waste treatments.
ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Immunology
Andrea E. Cassidy-Bushrow, Charlotte Burmeister, Johnna Birbeck, Yalei Chen, Lois Lamerato, Lawrence D. Lemke, Jia Li, Gil Mor, Brendan F. O'Leary, Rosalind M. Peters, John J. Reiners Jr, F. Gianluca Sperone, Judy Westrick, Evan Wiewiora, Jennifer K. Straughen
Summary: The study found an association between ambient BTEX exposure and mid-pregnancy inflammation in African-American women, indicating a potential mechanism through which preterm birth may occur. Furthermore, results showed that both first trimester and mid-pregnancy BTEX exposure were linked to increases in IL-1 beta and tumor necrosis factor-alpha levels.
JOURNAL OF REPRODUCTIVE IMMUNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yichun Fan, Juan Palacios, Mariana Arcaya, Rachel Luo, Siqi Zheng
Summary: This study found that travelers in Zhengzhou tend to choose indoor commuting modes on polluted days due to traditional cultural influences. Personalized pollution exposure information can further reduce the rate of active commuting, but also leads to an increase in automobile commuting.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Putri Anis Syahira Mohamad Jamil, Karmegam Karuppiah, Nur Athirah Diyana Mohammad Yusof, Dayana Hazwani Mohd Suadi Nata, Nurhanim Abdul Aziz, Vivien How, Shamsul Bahri Mohd Tamrin, Hassan Sadeghi Naeni
Summary: This study evaluates the usability of a wireless outdoor individual exposure indicator system for Malaysian Traffic Police and presents feedback from end users in the form of satisfaction scores. The results show that users are satisfied with the system, but further evidence is needed to support its efficacy, viability, and effectiveness.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yuqiang Zhang, Bin Zhao, Yueqi Jiang, Jia Xing, Shovan K. Sahu, Haotian Zheng, Dian Ding, Suzhen Cao, Licong Han, Cong Yan, Xiaoli Duan, Jingnan Hu, Shuxiao Wang, Jiming Hao
Summary: The study highlights the impact of lockdown measures during the COVID-19 pandemic on ambient and household air pollution in China. While outdoor PM2.5 concentration decreased significantly, indoor PM2.5 exposure increased, leading to additional premature deaths. The findings suggest that the reduction in ambient PM2.5 was offset by increased exposure to household air pollution, with rural areas experiencing more significant consequences.
ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Saleh A. K. Saleh, Heba M. Adly, Imad A. Aljahdali, Abdullah A. Khafagy
Summary: This study assessed the effects of acute exposure to carcinogenic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (cPAHs) on cancer biomarker proteins p53 and p21 in occupational workers during the hajj season in Makkah. Results showed significantly higher levels of cPAHs in air samples from exposed workers compared to unexposed individuals, with a marked elevation in distributive cPAH concentrations in the exposed group. The study demonstrated a significant association between short-term cPAH exposure and serum p53 and p21 levels, highlighting the potential influence of these proteins as biomarkers when exposed to ambient cPAHs.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Visnja Mihajlovic, Nenad Grba, Jan Sudi, Diane Eichert, Smilja Krajinovic, Milivoj B. Gavrilov, Slobodan B. Markovic
Summary: The study on the occupational exposure of petrochemical industry workers to BTEX compounds, particularly benzene, revealed levels exceeding the Occupational Exposure Limits and indicating a higher risk of cancer. Proper control and monitoring are necessary to address these issues.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Gladovic, Bojana Petrovic, Dragana Vukelic, Aleksandra Buha Djordjevic, Marijana Curcic, Danijela Dukic-Cosic, Andrej Sostaric, Biljana Antonijevic, Zorica Bulat
Summary: With global urbanization and industrialization, air pollution has become an inevitable problem. Among air pollutants, toxic metals bound to particulate matter (PM) have a high hazardous potential, contributing to the development of several diseases, including various types of cancer. This study assessed the non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic risks of children's and adults' exposure to metal(oid)s (Pb, Cd, Ni, and As) bound to PM10 in five polluted areas in Serbia. The results showed that in one of the monitoring sites, the risks were considered unacceptable, indicating the need for regulatory measures to reduce air pollution.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Carmela Protano, Giuseppe Buomprisco, Vittoria Cammalleri, Roberta Noemi Pocino, Daniela Marotta, Stefano Simonazzi, Francesca Cardoni, Marta Petyx, Sergio Iavicoli, Matteo Vitali
Summary: Formaldehyde, a commonly encountered chemical in various work activities and indoor workplaces, has been classified as a carcinogen. However, recent epidemiological studies have provided limited evidence to confirm the correlation between occupational exposure to formaldehyde and cancer onset.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Songhua Hu, Ximing Xu, Chunjun Li, Li Zhang, Xiaolong Xing, Jiangshan He, Pei Guo, Jingbo Zhang, Yujie Niu, Shuo Chen, Rong Zhang, Feng Liu, Shitao Ma, Mianzhi Zhang, Fenghua Guo, Minying Zhang
Summary: This study investigated the association between long-term occupational exposure to ambient O-3 and incident hypertension in general working adults. The results showed that long-term O-3 exposure was independently and nonlinearly associated with incident hypertension, as well as diastolic blood pressure, systolic blood pressure, pulse pressure, and mean arterial pressure. These findings are particularly relevant for policymakers and researchers in the field of ambient pollution and public health. The integration of reduction of ambient O-3 into public health interventions is recommended.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Amir Ghaderi, Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Masoome Irani, Azam Ghaseminezhad, Prem Gautam, Nezam Mirzaei, Hamid Reza Banafshe, Bahador Nemati, Heshmatollah Moradpour Ghalerashidi
Summary: This study investigated the levels of heavy metals and elements in urine and blood of hookah users and non-users, as well as their clinical symptoms. Results showed significantly higher levels of lead, arsenic, and thallium in hookah users compared to non-users, along with common clinical symptoms of constipation and fatigue. These findings can guide policy development to regulate hookah smoking and prevent associated health risks.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Kai-Jen Chuang, Prashant Kumar
Summary: This study assessed the health risks of occupational exposure to formaldehyde among workers in carpet manufacturing plants in Iran. The results showed that a majority of the workers face unacceptable levels of carcinogenic risk. It is important to develop policies to improve the health status of these employees.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Hamid Reza Saberi, Agnieszka Gruszecka-Kosowska, Vikas Kumar
Summary: This study conducted an inhalational health risk assessment for employees exposed to vinyl acetate (VA). The results showed a higher prevalence of respiratory symptoms and significant differences in lung function parameters among the exposed employees. Furthermore, most of the working positions had a substantial inhalational non-cancerogenic risk from VA exposure. The study recommends reducing VA concentrations and working hours for the exposed employees.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Safiye Ghobakhloo, Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Simone Morais, Ashraf Mazaheri Tehrani
Summary: The occupational exposure to 15 volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in Iranian paint production factories was evaluated. Benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylene, styrene, n-hexane, n-heptane, n-nonane, trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene, n-butyl acetate, n-octane, n-decane, dichlorofluoromethane, and acetone were found to exceed the reference value, indicating potential non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic risks.
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Saleh Al Sulaie, Saeid Yazdanirad, Robin Marc Orr, Hossein Dehdarirad, Alireza Milajerdi
Summary: Lack of sleep can impact the health and performance of firefighters. A systematic review and meta-analysis revealed that the global prevalence of sleep disorders among firefighters is 30.49%, and the prevalence of poor sleep quality is 51.43%. Various factors such as shift work, mental health, injuries and pain, and body mass index are associated with sleep health in firefighters.
Article
Business
Hamid Reza Saberi, Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Fereydoon Laal, Marziyeh Mirzahosseininejad, Mitra Hannani, Umesh Bamel
Summary: Employee turnover leads to significant costs for firms and understanding the reasons for turnover can help reduce costs. This study investigates the impact of job stressors on turnover intention among workers in the spinning and weaving industry. Data from 311 workers in Kashan, Iran were analyzed using SPSS and process macros. The results show a positive and significant relationship between job stressors and turnover intention. These findings have important implications for both theory and practice in managing employee turnover.
CORPORATE REPUTATION REVIEW
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Saeid Yazdanirad, Hamid Reza Saberi, Masoud Motalebi Kashani, Fatemeh Ghanaei Khaledabadi, Fazel Mohammadi-Moghadam, Muhammet Gul
Summary: This study aimed to develop and validate a biological risk assessment tool for biological agents among hospital personnel under COVID-19 conditions. A total of 301 employees in two hospitals were included in this cross-sectional study. The identified items affecting the contagion of biological agents were used to develop a predictive equation, and the final weight of items was calculated. The developed tool showed acceptable diagnostic accuracy for predicting the risk of biological diseases in healthcare.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Safiye Ghobakhloo, Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Gholam Reza Mostafaii, Kai-Jen Chuang, Agnieszka Gruszecka-Kosowska, Pariya Hosseinnia
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the changes in air quality and the related health consequences due to PM2.5 pollution before, during, and after the COVID-19 lockdown in Semnan, Iran. The results showed a positive correlation between air pollution levels and reductions in pollutant levels during and after the lockdown. The mortality rates and hospital admissions due to cardiovascular and respiratory diseases decreased during the lockdown.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Saleh Al Sulaie, Saeid Yazdanirad, JeeWoong Park
Summary: This study investigates the relationship between safety climate, job stress, and accident risk, and finds that job stress mediates the relationship between safety climate and accident risk. Using structural equation modeling (SEM), the study analyzes data from surveys and reveals that the impact of safety climate on accident risk is indirect through job stress.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Saeid Yazdanirad, Mahdi Mousavi, Agnieszka Gruszecka-Kosowska, Mehran Shahriyari, Hassan Rajabi-Vardanjani
Summary: The concentrations of BTEX pollutants were investigated in an oil Refinery in Iran during summer and winter seasons. Air samples were collected from the breathing zones of supervisors, safetymen, repairmen, site men, and all workers. Carcinogenic and non-carcinogenic risk values were calculated using Monte Carlo simulations. BTEX concentrations were higher in summer, especially toluene and ethylbenzene. The exposure to benzene exceeded the threshold limit value for repairmen and site men in both seasons. Non-carcinogenic risk values for several compounds exceeded the acceptable level of 1.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fereydoon Laal, Saber Moradi Hanifi, Rohollah Fallah Madvari, Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Maryam Feiz Arefi
Summary: This study presents a new and comprehensive approach to oxygen tanks in hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic, using trapezoidal fuzzy numbers to calculate failure rates and analyzing them through Bayesian Network, deductive and inductive reasoning, and sensitivity analysis. The results showed that human error had the highest probability in the fault tree, and using FBN could lower the probability of oxygen leakage. Basic events 10, 11, and 16 were the most important in the oxygen leakage event, and updating guidelines, fixing defects in inspection, and testing related equipment can improve the reliability of the oxygen supply system.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Saeid Yazdanirad, Hamid Reza Saberi, Pao-Chi Liao
Summary: This study comprehensively evaluated the health risk of exposure to various vapors and fumes in an automobile manufacturing factory. The study was conducted in 2021 on 115 workers. Vapors and fumes were collected using activated charcoal adsorbent tubes and MCE membrane filters. The concentrations of certain pollutants exceeded the threshold limit values, indicating a higher health risk. Preventive measures should be implemented to reduce the risk.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Mahdiyeh Mohammadzadeh, Simone Morais
Summary: Air pollution in Tehran has high levels of pollutants, particularly in autumn and winter, with the main source being mobile emissions. The economic costs of air pollution on health, particularly cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and lung cancer, are significant. Mitigation strategies are urgently needed in Tehran.
ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT-X
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Amir Hossein Khoshakhlagh, Zohreh Saadati, Farideh Golbabaei, Simone Morais, Ana Margarida Paiva, Seyed Jamaleddin Shahtaheri
Summary: In this study, a metal-organic framework material called MIL-101 was synthesized and tested for the removal of low concentrations of benzene and toluene from a gas phase. Different models were used to analyze the breakthrough curves, and it was found that the Thomas model fit the benzene data best, while the Gompertz model fit the toluene data best. Nonlinear regression showed a stronger correlation with the experimental results compared to linear regression. Both liquid film and intraparticle diffusion were found to contribute to the adsorption mechanism. The Freundlich isotherm provided the best fit for the adsorption process. MIL-101 showed better reusability for benzene compared to toluene.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
