Residual Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Firefighters’ Hematological Profile.
Project Overview
This study investigates PAH exposure in firefighters and its impact on blood cell components, comparing volunteer and career firefighters. Results indicate significant hematological differences, with volunteers showing higher systemic inflammation. This research points to the critical need for improved decontamination and protection measures, especially for volunteers.
The Southwest Center for Occupational and Environmental Health is part of the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health