Lead poisoning due to incense burning: an outbreak in a family
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DOI: 10.1080/15563650.2020.1853146
Abstract: Abstract Background In Asia and some other regions of the world, incense burning is an important folk and cultural activity. However, this ritual can cause health impacts, such as chronic respiratory diseases and neoplasms. Herein,… read more here.
Keywords: family lead; incense burning; lead poisoning;
Associations between Household Incense Burning and Delayed Motor Development among Preterm Infants Modified by Gestational Age and Maternal Educational Status.
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DOI: 10.1111/ina.12762
Abstract: BACKGROUND Household incense burning is a common ritual behaviour in the Asia-Pacific region but has been associated with inferior developmental outcomes in term infants. We aimed to examine these associations among preterm infants. METHODS Information… read more here.
Keywords: status; household incense; among preterm; motor ... See more keywords
Four cases of corneal thermal injury from incense burning in paediatric patients in Hong Kong
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DOI: 10.1177/1460408617703678
Abstract: The ritual burning of incense in the form of joss sticks is a common Chinese cultural practice, especially during Chinese festivals for paying respect to ancestors or religious figures. We report four consecutive cases of… read more here.
Keywords: thermal injury; corneal thermal; hong kong; paediatric patients ... See more keywords
Incense Burning Indoor Pollution: Impact on the prevalence of prediabetes and Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus
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DOI: 10.12669/pjms.38.7.6189
Abstract: Objectives: Incense burning is a well-known practice in Asian and Middle Eastern cultures for ceremonial and religious purposes. The excessive use of incense burning has become a critical environmental health concern. The incense sellers are… read more here.
Keywords: incense; pollution; incense sellers; prevalence ... See more keywords
Health and Environmental Risks of Incense Smoke: Mechanistic Insights and Cumulative Evidence
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DOI: 10.2147/jir.s347489
Abstract: Abstract Incense burning is practiced alongside many sacred rituals across different regions of the world. Invariable constituents of incense brands are 21% (by weight) herbal and wood powder, 33% bamboo stick, 35% fragrance material, and… read more here.
Keywords: incense; environmental risks; health environmental; toxicity ... See more keywords
The Association of Domestic Incense Burning with Hypertension and Blood Pressure in Guangdong, China
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph14070788
Abstract: Domestic incense burning is a common activity in China. Although it generates serious air pollution and has been linked to various health outcomes, it remains unknown whether it is associated with blood pressure and hypertension.… read more here.
Keywords: incense burning; blood; blood pressure; domestic incense ... See more keywords
Green Worship: The Effects of Devotional and Behavioral Factors on Adopting Electronic Incense Products in Religious Practices
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph16193618
Abstract: The Buddhist tradition of incense burning has been practiced in many Asian countries. Prior studies have indicated that frequent exposure to incense smoke is linked to carcinogen-related health issues. However, widespread acceptance of health-friendly electronic… read more here.
Keywords: incense; religious practices; electronic incense; health ... See more keywords