The epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a critical stage during the development of
silicosis fibrosis. In the current study, we hypothesized that the anti-fibrotic tetrapeptide, N …

The improvement of social support promotes the mental health and improves the health
status. The study aimed to examine the influence of the social support on symptoms of …

Background Coal industry is one of the national pillar industries in China. A large number of
coal miners are exposed to various occupational hazards, which might cause occupational …

This study examined the prevalence and associations between occupational-related
diseases, emotional exhaustion, and dust mask anxiety among coal miners in Northern …

Over the past decades, there has been enormous concern about labor conditions in
developing countries particularly around work for the coal production market. Quality of Life …

Objective The study aimed to comparatively evaluate HRQOL in miners of semi-precious
stones with and without silicosis, and determine the associated factors, as well as the …

Objective The purpose of the study was to evaluate the bone mineral density (BMD) and 25-
hydroxyvitamin D (25 (OH) D) levels in patients with silica exposure. Materials and methods …

Objective To assess the magnitude and associated factors of depression and anxiety among
chronic disease patients during the COVID-19 pandemic at the University of Gondar …

ABSTRACT INTRODUCTION: Factors associated with the mining environment can
contribute to work accidents and reduced caution at work, which may affect the quality of life …

Objectives To evaluate if fatigue influences quality of life and work capacity in miners with
silicosis. Methods This was a cross-sectional study conducted in the Northern Region of the …