Publications by authors named "Pablo A Martinez-Silva"
Article Synopsis
- The Hitnü indigenous people in Arauca, Colombia face serious health challenges, including poor sanitation, food insecurity, and exposure to hydrocarbons from oil, contributing to morbidity and mortality.
- A cross-sectional study conducted with 576 participants revealed diverse health issues linked to living in areas with potential oil exposure, including infectious diseases, malnutrition, and trauma.
- Key findings highlighted a significant association between residing in oil-exposed reserves and health problems like neck masses, with main causes of death identified as homicide, tumors, and tuberculosis.
