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Health education decreases incidence of hand eczema in metal work apprentices: Results of a controlled intervention study.
Contact dermatitis - 1 Jun 2020
Reich Anna, Wilke Annika, Gediga Günther, Baurecht Hansjörg, Rodríguez Elke, Jakasa Ivone, Geier Johannes, Mempel Martin, Buhl Timo, Weidinger Stephan, Kezic Sanja, John Swen M, Schön Michael P, Brans Richard
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Metal work apprentices (MWAs) frequently develop work-related hand eczema (HE). OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the effect of health education on incidence of work-related HE in MWAs and to assess confounding factors. MATERIALS/METHODS: In a prospective controlled intervention study, 131 MWAs received educational training on prevention of HE, whereas 172 MWAs and 118 office work apprentices served as...
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