scholarly journals Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease among workers exposed to in-dustrial aerosols: literature review

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (6) ◽  
pp. 61-70
Author(s):  
L. A. Panachevа ◽  
L. A. Shpagina

The article presents a literature review regarding the formation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in conditions of the exposure of industrial aerosols. It shows a high frequency of occupational respiratory hazards, characterizes the diseases caused by air pollution with industrial and indoor pollutants, allergens and toxins in different occupational groups as well as basic conditions for development of dust pathology of the lungs.

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (9) ◽  
pp. 452-457
Author(s):  
Paula Boyer

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is being increasingly diagnosed in the UKs on the rise, and is expected to continue to rise due to an ageing population with multiple co-morbidities and exposure to risk factors, such as cigarette smoke, noxious gases and air pollutants. The prevalence of this disease is high is areas of socioeconomic deprivation and among high industrial areas. The use of self-management plans in COPD is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), to enable to patients with this disease to be competent and confident in taking part in managing their own health condition and recognising signs and symptoms of an exacerbation. The aim of this article is to discuss self-management of COPD and the clinical guidance surrounding exacerbation of disease. A follow-up literature review will focus on the effectiveness of self-management plans in COPD.


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