Occupational Health in Developing Countries

by J. Jeyaratnam (editor)

This comprehensive, timely book specifically addresses the issue of occupational health in countries with minimal resources. Extensive industrial and agricultural growth is taking place in these countries, resulting in an increase in health problems related to work. The urgent need for the
provision of readily available and accessible health care to the working population in these nations is discussed in this book, and their special concerns and priorities are identified. For example, acute pesticide poisoning is a problem in the developing world, while the chronic effects of
pesticides concern the richer nations. The international roster of contributors represents both developing and industrialized countries. This work will be an essential reference source for all occupational health professionals, including academics, physicians, nurses and hygienists, and is
appropriate for postgraducate students of occupational health worldwide.

520 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1992