Shivani
Silent Sufferers: Investigating Respiratory Illness Among Malawi's Tobacco Farmers
ISBN: 978-3-384-24606-6
128 Seiten | € 29.59
Buch [Taschenbuch]
Erscheinungsdatum:
01.06.2024
Ratgeber
Shivani
Silent Sufferers: Investigating Respiratory Illness Among Malawi's Tobacco Farmers
Introduction
Malawi, a landlocked nation in Southeast Africa, is known for its lush landscapes and vibrant culture. However, a darker side lurks beneath this idyllic image. The Malawian economy is heavily reliant on tobacco farming, a practice that exposes farmers to a multitude of health risks, particularly respiratory illnesses. This investigation delves into the silent suffering of Malawi's tobacco farmers, exploring the prevalence of respiratory diseases, their connection to tobacco farming, and potential solutions to mitigate this public health crisis.
The Burden of Tobacco Farming
Tobacco cultivation is a labor-intensive process. Farmers handle tobacco leaves throughout the growing cycle, from planting seedlings to harvesting and curing. This constant exposure to tobacco dust, containing harmful alkaloids and carcinogens, significantly increases their risk of respiratory ailments.
Malawi, a landlocked nation in Southeast Africa, is known for its lush landscapes and vibrant culture. However, a darker side lurks beneath this idyllic image. The Malawian economy is heavily reliant on tobacco farming, a practice that exposes farmers to a multitude of health risks, particularly respiratory illnesses. This investigation delves into the silent suffering of Malawi's tobacco farmers, exploring the prevalence of respiratory diseases, their connection to tobacco farming, and potential solutions to mitigate this public health crisis.
The Burden of Tobacco Farming
Tobacco cultivation is a labor-intensive process. Farmers handle tobacco leaves throughout the growing cycle, from planting seedlings to harvesting and curing. This constant exposure to tobacco dust, containing harmful alkaloids and carcinogens, significantly increases their risk of respiratory ailments.
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Veröffentlichung: | 01.06.2024 |
Höhe/Breite/Gewicht | H 23,4 cm / B 15,5 cm / 224 g |
Seiten | 128 |
Art des Mediums | Buch [Taschenbuch] |
Preis DE | EUR 29.59 |
Preis AT | EUR 29.59 |
ISBN-13 | 978-3-384-24606-6 |
ISBN-10 | 3384246063 |