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The influence of work on the microbiome

Published on 17/05/202217/05/2022 by Annet Lenderink

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in our microbiome and the impact its composition and changes in it have on our health. More is becoming known about the role of... Read more

Gram-negative bacteria in wood dust often underexposed

Published on 01/03/202201/03/2022 by Annet Lenderink

Who does not occasionally come into contact with wood dust? That can be at home while doing odd jobs or chopping wood for the fireplace. But in many professional activities, working people come into contact... Read more

Aspergillus: fungus with sharp edges

Published on 09/10/201810/10/2018 by Annet Lenderink

fungi. Who doesn't know them? They usually do not have a good reputation, although they are of great importance in the decomposition of organic materials. But in the fridge, in the bathroom, with fruit that too... Read more

Eye infection in waste processing: beware of fungi

Published on 12/05/201805/10/2018 by Annet Lenderink

The poster sessions of large conferences often provide interesting case reports of potentially new or less frequently described health effects of work. This is one of them and it deals with the risks of eye infections in waste disposal.... Read more

Ill by moldy humidification

Published on 23/02/201307/04/2023 by Annet Lenderink

The use of humidifiers is sometimes recommended for people who suffer from the lungs. However, not everyone is positive about this, especially because there is always the risk of mold growth in it... Read more