Illnesses Associated With Use of Automatic Insecticide Dispenser Units--Selected States and United States, 1986-1999
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Several cases are described of people who had an adverse reaction to pyrethrin and pyrethroid insecticides sprayed from automatic dispensing units. These units are used in many public places to kill insects, including restaurants, schools, hotels, offices, supermarkets, hospitals, day-care centers, and nursing homes. They automatically spray a fine mist of insecticide every 15 minutes, 24 hours a day. According to several databases 94 people have developed pesticide-related illnesses associated with automatic insecticide dispensers. Pyrethrins are relatively safe but can cause contact dermatitis, conjunctivitis, and asthma in some people.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2000
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Illnesses Associated With Occupational Use of Flea-Control Products- California, Texas, and Washington, 1989-1997
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Pet groomers and other animal handlers may develop dermatitis, shortness of breath, and other symptoms from occupational exposure to flea-control products and insecticides. The CDC reports several cases in which groomers developed symptoms following accidental exposure to phosmet and pyrethrin-containing products. Personal protective equipment, such as waterproof garments and eye protection, may be necessary when the risk of splashing or immersion is present.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 1999
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Surveillance for acute insecticide-related illness associated with mosquito-control efforts -- nine states, 1999-2002
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A total of 133 people in nine US states became ill after being exposed to insecticides used to kill mosquitoes between 1999 and 2002. Most illnesses were caused by exposure to malathion, naled, sumithrin, and resmethrin. Public health agencies should tell the public when insecticide sprayings will occur so people can minimize their exposure.
Publication Name: JAMA, The Journal of the American Medical Association
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0098-7484
Year: 2003
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