Knowledge, attitudes, and practices of avian influenza, poultry workers, Italy

We asked Italian poultry workers about knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding avian influenza. It was perceived to be a low occupational hazard, and wearing protective equipment and handwashing were not routine practices. Knowledge of transmission and preventive measures should be improved. E...

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Published in:Emerging infectious diseases 2006-11, Vol.12 (11), p.1762-1765
Main Authors: Abbate, Rossella, Di Giuseppe, Gabriella, Marinelli, Paolo, Angelillo, Italo F
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
attitude
Avian influenza
behavior
Causes of
Dispatch
Health aspects
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Humans
Influenza in Birds - prevention & control
Italy
knowledge
Occupational Exposure - prevention & control
Occupational health and safety
Poultry
poultry workers
Surveys
Workers
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Summary:We asked Italian poultry workers about knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding avian influenza. It was perceived to be a low occupational hazard, and wearing protective equipment and handwashing were not routine practices. Knowledge of transmission and preventive measures should be improved. Employers and health professionals should provide more effective information.
ISSN:1080-6040
1080-6059
DOI:10.3201/eid1211.060671