Lestantyo, Daru and Pratama, Aditya Yuda and Suroto, Suroto Pulmonary Functiuon Among People Exposed To Particulate Matter From Large Construction Project In Batang Districts Central Java. Proceedings International Conference On Handling Non-Communicable Diseases (ICHNCDs) “Handling Non-Communicable Diseases. ISSN 978-623-92353-8-3

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Abstract

Background : Researchs showed that particulate matter (PM) could affect on pulmonary function. People lived near large construction project were exposed to PM from construction activities. Center Of Public Health (Puskesmas) data show significant case increase of acute respiratory syndrome during the project. This research aim was to analyze related facors of pulmonary function amomg people near large construction project in Batang District,Central Java.).
Method : We investigate 200 participants near the projects. Data was collected through a self administered questionnaire that was filled-in by participants themself. Spirometer was used to collect pulmonary function test data.
Results : 56% of participants are productive age (20-40 yrs). Normoweight was found in 70% of participants. Researchs indicated 8% were in severe pulmonary disorder. There is significant correlation between age and pulmonary function (p 0,025). Body mass index is not related to pulmonary function (p 0,53).
Conclusion: This study found that small group of people were indicated suffer from dust exposed pulmonary disorders. Local health authorities should take some rapid actions due to prevent severe effect of PM from large construction project

Keywords : particulate matter, pulmonary function, construction

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