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The article presents a study which aims to investigate on the effects of the concentration of DDT and hexachlorocyclohexane residues in the blood serum of malaria control sprayers. The serum levels of these pesticides of exposed workers, engaged in intradomiciliary spraying for the vector control program, and unexposed workers, were determined to assess the extent of long term occupational exposure to these pesticides. These pesticides are widely recognized as neurotoxic substances, affecting the peripheral and central nervous system, respectively, and causing a hyper-excitability of nerves and muscles. The sprayers are subject to the highest risks due to insufficient knowledge about the long term toxic effects and carelessness in handling the products. |
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