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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Ergonomics
  • Laboratory Medicine

Background:

  • Microscope use poses significant risks to both visual and musculoskeletal systems.
  • Lack of awareness regarding occupational hazards can lead to severe health issues for microscope users.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate occupational problems among regular microscope users.
  • To assess awareness, attitudes, and practices concerning microscope-related hazards and preventive strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire-based survey was conducted.
  • The study included 50 professionals and technicians from pathology, microbiology, hematology, and cytology labs.

Main Results:

  • 62% reported musculoskeletal problems (neck, back), especially with 11-15 years of use or >30h/week.
  • 94% experienced visual problems; 44% felt stressed by long hours.
  • Awareness of workplace ergonomics was 62%; 56% took stretching breaks, 58% took visual breaks.

Conclusions:

  • Common issues include neck/back pain, eye fatigue, headaches, and stress from prolonged microscope use.
  • There's an urgent need to raise awareness about occupational hazards and their irreversible effects.
  • Implementing preventive strategies and ergonomic practices is essential for microscope users' well-being.