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What do professional cleaners know about the skin care? A questionnaire-based study
Farnam Barati Sedeh1, Thórunn Elísabet Michaelsdóttir2, Gregor Borut Ernst Jemec1
1Department of Dermatology, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark.
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|January 9, 2023
Summary
Danish hospital cleaners demonstrate a low understanding of skin care and protection, with 90% lacking sufficient knowledge. Immigrant workers require targeted education on preventing hand eczema (HE).
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Dermatology
- Public Health
Background:
- Proper daily skin care is crucial for managing hand eczema (HE).
- Limited research exists on the knowledge levels of hospital cleaners concerning HE prevention.
- Hospital cleaners face occupational risks for HE due to frequent hand washing and chemical exposure.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the knowledge of hospital cleaners in Denmark regarding skin protection behaviors.
- To identify awareness of hand eczema risk factors among hospital cleaning staff.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based study was conducted among hospital cleaners in four Danish hospitals.
- 142 cleaners participated, yielding a response rate of 60.1% for the 22-question survey.
Main Results:
- 90% of participants were identified as having low knowledge of skin care and protection.
- Awareness of HE risk factors like wet work and household products was below 50%.
- Cleaners born or raised outside Denmark showed a statistically significant lower knowledge level.
Conclusions:
- Danish hospital cleaners exhibit a significant deficit in knowledge regarding skin care and HE prevention.
- Targeted educational interventions are necessary for all cleaners, with a focus on those from immigrant backgrounds.
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