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Health Implications of Beedi Rolling: Evaluating Morbidity, DNA Damage, and Hematological Profile.
Indian J Occup Environ Med
December 2024
Department of Industrial Hygiene and Toxicology, ICMR-Regional Occupational Health Centre (S), NIOH, ICMR Complex, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Background: Beedi rolling is a labor-intensive occupation that can cause a variety of health problems due to prolonged exposure to tobacco dust. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess morbidity, hematological profile, and DNA damage among beedi rollers in Karnataka.
Methods: A total of 153 participants, including 85 beedi and 65 non-beedi rollers, were enrolled in the study.