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Latino Farmworker Perceptions of The Risk Factors For Occupational Skin Disease

Author: Arcury, Thomas A.
Date Published: 2006


This study attempts to determine beliefs and perceptions of the causes of common occupational skin disease in the Latino farmworker population. Through in-depth interviews with 30 Latino farmworkers, the research indicates that skin disease is a major concern among farmworkers because it affects work, social interactions and other aspects of their lives.

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Number of Pages: 9