Keywords

Nail Technician; Health; Symptoms; Risks; Occupational Health

Abstract

Nail technicians can be exposed to more chemicals and allergens than the general population due to the unique exposures they experience in their day-to-day operations. This study focused on behaviors nail technicians participated in that may have increased their risk of infection, pain, allergy, or ailment. A cross-sectional study was organized, assessing the prevalence of behavioral exposures among nail technicians and their correlation with other factors like prior education, workplace type, and symptoms experienced. The goal was to create a better understanding of how the modern-day nail technician is protecting themselves while working, by identifying gaps to facilitate the creation of more impactful education interventions.

Thesis Completion Year

2024

Thesis Completion Semester

Fall

Thesis Chair

Rovito, Michael J.

College

College of Health Professions and Sciences

Department

Health Sciences

Thesis Discipline

Health Sciences

Language

English

Access Status

Open Access

Length of Campus Access

None

Campus Location

Orlando (Main) Campus

Subjects

Manicuring--Health aspects; Chemical workers--Health and hygiene; Occupational diseases--Research; Health risk assessment--Research; Personal protective equipment--Research

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