Occupational exposure to airborne pollen and associated health risks among gardeners: a perception-based survey

Goyal, Akshi; Ravindra, Khaiwal; Mor, Suman

doi:10.1007/s11356-022-20595-2

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“…Numerous categories of workers may be exposed to several biological, chemical, and physical agents that may induce and/or exacerbate allergic diseases in sensitized individuals [59][60][61][62][63][64][65][66][67].…”

Section: Pollen Allergy and Occupational Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

New Developments in Climate Change, Air Pollution, Pollen Allergy, and Interaction with SARS-CoV-2

et al. 2023

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In recent years, the environmental impacts of climate change have become increasingly evident. Extreme meteorological events are influenced by climate change, which also alter the magnitude and pattern of precipitations and winds. Climate change can have a particularly negative impact on respiratory health, which can lead to the emergence of asthma and allergic respiratory illnesses. Pollen is one of the main components of the atmospheric bioaerosol and is able to induce allergic symptoms in certain subjects. Climate change affects the onset, length, and severity of the pollen season, with effects on pollen allergy. Higher levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) can lead to enhanced photosynthesis and a higher pollen production in plants. Pollen grains can also interact with air pollutants and be affected by thunderstorms and other extreme events, exacerbating the insurgence of respiratory diseases such as allergic rhinitis and asthma. The consequences of climate change might also favor the spreading of pandemics, such as the COVID-19 one.

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Section: Pollen Allergy and Occupational Healthmentioning

confidence: 99%

New Developments in Climate Change, Air Pollution, Pollen Allergy, and Interaction with SARS-CoV-2

et al. 2023

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“…Numerous categories of workers may be exposed to different biological, chemical, and physical agents that may trigger and/or exacerbate allergic disorders in sensitized subjects [134][135][136]. Occupational immune diseases are among the most common illnesses that affect workers; they can cause adverse effects on worker's health and impacts on quality and capacity of work, resulting in economics losses [137].…”

Section: Air Pollutants Pollen and Occupational Healthmentioning

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Interaction between Air Pollutants and Pollen Grains: Effects on Public and Occupational Health

Capone,

Lancia,

D’Ovidio

2023

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There has been an insurgence of allergic respiratory diseases such as asthma and rhinitis in industrialized countries in the last few decades as a result of the interaction between air pollutants and pollen, which has become a global and dramatic health problem. Air pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, ozone, and carbon dioxide affect the physical, chemical and biological properties of pollen such as the pollen content, production, and allergenicity, exacerbating symptoms in vulnerable subjects. When investigating these interactions and their effects, the environmental impact of climate change, weather variables and urbanization should be taken into account as well as the pollen species, type of pollutant, conditions of exposure, and individual susceptibility. Up to 25% of asthma adult cases are work-related, because several categories of workers in different sectors are exposed to aeroallergens and outdoor air pollutants. Thus, in this study, we evaluated the significant impacts of occupational allergies on worker’s health and quality of life. In summary, to assess the effect of interactions between air pollutants and pollen on public and occupational health, all the factors that play a role in this context will be investigated, including environmental factors, individual susceptibility in relation to pollen species, type of pollutants, and conditions of exposure.

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“…In addition, climate change, modifying the intensity and duration of flowering periods and favoring the spread of invasive species can increase pollen-related illnesses [7][8][9][10][11][12]. This makes pollen a component of bioaerosols that can cause concern not only for matters of public health in cities but also for workers' health in occupational environments [13,14].…”

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Allergenic Pollen Monitoring at Sapienza University Campus (Rome, Italy): Patterns of Pollen Dispersal and Implications for Human Health

Lancia,

Di Rita,

Ariano

et al. 2024

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The Campus of the Sapienza University of Rome, frequented daily by several thousands of students and workers, collects allergenic airborne pollen from many sources. Here, we report the results of detailed pollen monitoring of 49 pollen types within the University Campus, allowing us to trace the main local and regional sources of airborne pollen throughout the year. The amount of allergenic pollen has been calculated for each daily record to evaluate the risk of exposure for students and workers on Campus in relation to academic activities and to suggest possible mitigation measures. Our results show that the maximum pollen concentrations are recorded from March to May, and the highest floristic richness occurs in April–June. We distinguish massive local pollen producers from pollen of regional origin and local ornamental and invasive taxa. Pollen with extreme allergenicity is dominant from mid-January to mid-March and in May with Cupressaceae/Taxaceae, Corylus and Olea; high allergenicity from late March to late April with Platanus, Ostrya, Ginkgo and Moraceae; and medium allergenicity from late April to the beginning of May with Quercus and Pinus. In August–December, pollen concentration is relatively low. Diversified mitigation actions are suggested in relation to the provenance, allergenicity and emission period of pollen.

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Occupational exposure to airborne pollen and associated health risks among gardeners: a perception-based survey

Cited by 7 publications

References 51 publications

New Developments in Climate Change, Air Pollution, Pollen Allergy, and Interaction with SARS-CoV-2

New Developments in Climate Change, Air Pollution, Pollen Allergy, and Interaction with SARS-CoV-2

Interaction between Air Pollutants and Pollen Grains: Effects on Public and Occupational Health

Allergenic Pollen Monitoring at Sapienza University Campus (Rome, Italy): Patterns of Pollen Dispersal and Implications for Human Health

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