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Paraquat poisoning in South Trinidad 1972-1982
Rahaman, Rasheed; Poon King, Theodosius M. W.
Carib Med J ; 45(2): 41-6, 1984. ills, tab
Article in English | MedCarib | ID: med-4490
Responsible library: TT3.1
Localization: TT3.1 / JM3.1; R18.C3
ABSTRACT
Self-poisoning is a major health problem in Trinidad. The changing pattern of self-poisoning between 1972 and 1982 was studied. Paraquat poisoning which was rare in 1972 reached epidemic proportions in 1982. The population at risk were young East Indians living in rural areas. In spite of the high morbidity and mortality associated with paraquat poisoning, this toxic herbicide is still easily available over the counter. Enforced legislation to control the sale of paraquat is urgently needed. (AU)
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Collection: International databases Health context: Neglected Diseases / SDG3 - Target 3.4 Reduce premature mortality due to noncommunicable diseases Health problem: Zoonoses / Mental Health and Behavioral Disorders Database: MedCarib Main subject: Paraquat / Suicide / Suicide, Attempted Limits: Humans Country/Region as subject: English Caribbean / Trinidad and Tobago Language: English Journal: Carib Med J Year: 1984 Document type: Article
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Collection: International databases Health context: Neglected Diseases / SDG3 - Target 3.4 Reduce premature mortality due to noncommunicable diseases Health problem: Zoonoses / Mental Health and Behavioral Disorders Database: MedCarib Main subject: Paraquat / Suicide / Suicide, Attempted Limits: Humans Country/Region as subject: English Caribbean / Trinidad and Tobago Language: English Journal: Carib Med J Year: 1984 Document type: Article