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COVID-19 pandemic influence on perceived exposure to chemical substances in Latvia: data from a focus group discussion and the HBM4EU citizen survey

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Názov: COVID-19 pandemic influence on perceived exposure to chemical substances in Latvia: data from a focus group discussion and the HBM4EU citizen survey
Autori: Akūlova, Lāsma, Paegle, Linda, Mārtiņsone, Inese, Vanadziņš, Ivars, Knudsen, Lisbeth E, Matisāne, Linda
Zdroj: Front Public Health
Frontiers in Public Health, Vol 12 (2024)
Akūlova, L, Paegle, L, Mārtiņsone, I, Vanadziņš, I, Knudsen, L E & Matisāne, L 2024, ' COVID-19 pandemic influence on perceived exposure to chemical substances in Latvia : data from a focus group discussion and the HBM4EU citizen survey ', Frontiers in Public Health, vol. 12, 1382368 . https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1382368
Informácie o vydavateľovi: Frontiers Media SA, 2024.
Rok vydania: 2024
Predmety: Male, Adult, chemical substances, Environmental Exposure/statistics & numerical data, Surveys and Questionnaires, Humans, Pandemics, Latvia/epidemiology, COVID-19/epidemiology, 2. Zero hunger, SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19, Household Products, Environmental Exposure, Focus Groups, Middle Aged, 16. Peace & justice, Latvia, 3. Good health, exposure, focus group discussion, Female, Public Health, Public aspects of medicine, RA1-1270, disinfectants, Disinfectants
Popis: IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has globally influenced the exposure of populations to chemical substances through various channels. This study aims to evaluate the tendencies of the use of chemical products in Latvia amidst the pandemic. Answers from 597 respondents (26.6% male, 73.4% female, mean age 46.0 ± 12.2) which were gathered as part of the HBM4EU (Human Biomonitoring Initiative) citizen survey and 8 focus group participants were used.MethodsThe study utilized data from the HBM4EU citizen survey and conducted focus group discussions to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on chemical product usage in Latvia. Survey responses were analyzed to identify changes in exposure to chemicals, particularly in relation to disinfection agents and household products.ResultsMore than two-thirds of survey participants reported increased exposure to chemicals during the COVID-19 pandemic, mainly related to the use of disinfection agents and household products. About 2-in-5 (39.8%) of survey respondents considered that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased their interest in exposure to chemicals. The excessive use of disinfectant products is the main concern of citizens (mentioned by 66.7%, n = 389). Also, two focus group participants noted that the use of disinfectant products is too widespread and should be minimized.DiscussionThe findings suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic has not only increased the use of chemical products in Latvia but also promoted an interest in safe and healthy use of chemicals which could be useful to raise the awareness of the general public.
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Popis súboru: application/pdf
ISSN: 2296-2565
DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1382368
Prístupová URL adresa: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38846609
https://doaj.org/article/372f118184bc4933a9a6f0b1686a782c
https://curis.ku.dk/ws/files/394592630/fpubh_12_1382368.pdf
Rights: CC BY
Prístupové číslo: edsair.doi.dedup.....cc6e6ddbb07d25096b2dcbbdd2a9adc1
Databáza: OpenAIRE
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Abstrakt:IntroductionThe COVID-19 pandemic has globally influenced the exposure of populations to chemical substances through various channels. This study aims to evaluate the tendencies of the use of chemical products in Latvia amidst the pandemic. Answers from 597 respondents (26.6% male, 73.4% female, mean age 46.0 ± 12.2) which were gathered as part of the HBM4EU (Human Biomonitoring Initiative) citizen survey and 8 focus group participants were used.MethodsThe study utilized data from the HBM4EU citizen survey and conducted focus group discussions to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on chemical product usage in Latvia. Survey responses were analyzed to identify changes in exposure to chemicals, particularly in relation to disinfection agents and household products.ResultsMore than two-thirds of survey participants reported increased exposure to chemicals during the COVID-19 pandemic, mainly related to the use of disinfection agents and household products. About 2-in-5 (39.8%) of survey respondents considered that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased their interest in exposure to chemicals. The excessive use of disinfectant products is the main concern of citizens (mentioned by 66.7%, n = 389). Also, two focus group participants noted that the use of disinfectant products is too widespread and should be minimized.DiscussionThe findings suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic has not only increased the use of chemical products in Latvia but also promoted an interest in safe and healthy use of chemicals which could be useful to raise the awareness of the general public.
ISSN:22962565
DOI:10.3389/fpubh.2024.1382368