Adverse effects of smoking in the flyers of Pakistan air force
PAFMJ-Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal. 2003; 53 (2): 156-159
in English
| IMEMR
| ID: emr-64119
ABSTRACT
This study was carried out to assess the adverse effects of smoking on pilots at PAF Base Sargodha. 73 Aircrew were included in the study. 28 pilots, 28/73 [38.35%] were found to be smokers. 57% of pilots reported high frequency of upper respiratory tract problems per year. 100% reported altered taste sensation. 78% reported dyspepsia/heartburn. The study recommends that all aircrew who smoke must quit smoking as it affects almost all body systems
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Index:
IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
Main subject:
Aviation
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Military Personnel
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Pak. Armed Forces Med. J.
Year:
2003
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