Background and objectives Erythrocyte morphology changes not only by primary hematological
diseases but also by systemic inflammation, ineffective erythropoiesis and nutritional …

The objective of this study was to determine whether Ramadan is changing frequencies and
demographics of visits due to certain diseases. Data obtained from the charts of the adult …

AIM: Walking distance is generally accepted as a functional capacity determinant in chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). However, the use of gait speed in COPD patients …

This study was designed to evaluate the questionnaire-based prevalence and possible risk
factors of occupational asthma among hairdressers in Turkey. We investigated occupational …

Noise is defined as unwelcome sound. It has been estimated that 16% of adult hearing loss
in the world is due to noise exposure at the workplace. This report offers a case that …

Dental technicians make the missing tooth and complementary prosthesis and bridges according
to the dentist’s measurements. They use various materials including silica. Exposure to …

Background: While the prevalence of byssinosis is decreasing in industrialized countries
and persists at high levels in developing countries, this prevalence is remaining constant in …

The objective of this study was to identify factors that affect overall satisfaction of patients
admitted to the emergency department (ED). All consecutive adult patients in the ED during a 14…

The objective of the present study was to determine the relationships between the cognitive
function and quality of life in the patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)…

Mining, crushing, grinding, sandblasting and construction are high-risk activities with regard
to crystalline silica exposure, especially in developing countries. Respirable crystalline silica …