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Analysis of Risk Factors for Pulmonary Function Disorders among Workers at PT X Coal Division, East Kalimantan Lisa Septiana; Irfansyah Baharuddin Pakki; Akhmad Azmiardi; Ratno Adrianto; Iriyani K.; Ida Ayu Indira Dwika Lestari
Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research Vol 7 No 3 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research
Publisher : GLOBAL HEALTH SCIENCE GROUP

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37287/ijghr.v7i3.6146

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Pulmonary function impairment remains a critical occupational health issue among coal industry workers due to prolonged exposure to airborne pollutants. Despite the implementation of occupational health regulations, respiratory disorders continue to be prevalent, leading to decreased work capacity and increased health risks. Identifying key risk factors is essential to developing targeted preventive measures. Objective: This study aims to analyze the relationship between occupational risk factors and pulmonary function impairment among workers at PT X Coal Division, East Kalimantan. A cross-sectional study was conducted on 183 coal division workers selected through cluster random sampling. Data were obtained through structured questionnaires, spirometry tests, and workplace dust level measurements. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was used to determine the most influential factors associated with pulmonary function impairment. The analysis identified significant associations between pulmonary function impairment and a history of other diseases (p = 0.001; OR = 11.709; 95% CI: 2.901–47.257), work tenure of ≥3 years (p = 0.032; OR = 3.319; 95% CI: 1.109–9.934), heavy physical workload (p = 0.036; OR = 2.807; 95% CI: 1.071–7.361), and inadequate personal protective equipment (PPE) usage (p = 0.015; OR = 2.566; 95% CI: 1.205–5.463). Other factors such as age, body mass index (BMI), work location, dust exposure, exercise habits, and smoking were not significantly associated with pulmonary function impairment. Work-related exposures and individual health conditions play a crucial role in pulmonary function impairment among coal workers. Strengthening workplace safety measures, enforcing PPE compliance, and implementing regular health screenings are necessary to mitigate respiratory risks. Ensuring a safer work environment through targeted preventive strategies is essential for protecting workers from long-term pulmonary complications while enhancing occupational health policies in the coal industry.
The The Relationship Between Age, Employment Status, Gender, Linezolid Use, and Hiv Status on The Survival Duration of Short-Term Treated MDR-TB Patients Akhmad Azmiardi; Muhamad Zakki Saefurrohim; Intan Henda Ardiani
Panakeia Journal of Epidemiology Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): PANAKEIA
Publisher : Universitas Mulawarman

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This study evaluated the association of demographic and clinical factors with the survival of drug-resistant TB (MDR-TB) patients undergoing short-term treatment. Using a retrospective cohort design, data were collected from the medical records of 38 MDR-TB patients who received short-term therapy in 2021-2023 at a Central Java hospital. The variables analyzed included age, employment status, gender, Linezolid (Lzd) use, HIV status, and treatment initiation time. The results of logistic regression analysis showed that employment status and gender significantly influenced survival. Patients who were employed had a higher chance of survival than patients who were not employed (Exp(B) = 38.884; p = 0.011). Female patients showed better outcomes than males (Exp(B) = 0.031; p = 0.011). Age showed a weak association with survival, with older age tending to decrease survival although not significantly (p = 0.052). HIV status and timing of early treatment initiation also showed potential to affect survival, but were not significant (p > 0.05). Lzd use showed no significant effect on survival (p = 0.441). This study concludes that occupation and gender are important predictors of survival in MDR-TB patients, while other factors require further research.