Health Effects of Insecticides on Young Thai Children
Author Information
Author(s): Chaiyamong Pongtipat, Luangwilai Titaporn, Ong-Artborirak Parichat
Primary Institution: Faculty of Medicine Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University
Hypothesis
Residential exposure to household insecticides may lead to acute health effects in young children.
Conclusion
Residential exposure to household insecticides can lead to acute health effects, primarily respiratory symptoms, in young children in urban communities.
Supporting Evidence
- 9.6% of children experienced symptoms related to insecticide exposure.
- Coughing was the most common symptom reported (66.7%).
- Factors associated with symptoms included being male and engaging in hand-to-mouth behaviors.
Takeaway
Using insecticides at home can make kids sick, especially with coughs and rashes. It's important for parents to know how to keep their kids safe.
Methodology
This cross-sectional study surveyed 375 caregivers of children aged 6 months to 5 years in Bangkok about insecticide use and related symptoms.
Potential Biases
Information and recall bias may arise as caregivers report symptoms based on their perceptions.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design limits causal inference and may not fully represent the population due to non-probability sampling.
Participant Demographics
Caregivers were primarily female (81.3%), with a mean age of 36.46 years, and most were married.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.023
Confidence Interval
95% CI = 1.22–6.26
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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