2024
Yes
Self-reported voice disorders of teachers and indoor air quality in schools: a cross-sectional study in Finland
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34315338/
Buonocore, Jonathan
Europe
Observational
Teachers
Elementary (K-5)
Middle/Jr High (6-8)
Ventilation rates
Humidity
Dust
Voice disorder
Teachers
School buildings
Work environment
Indoor air
Technical assessment
Perceived
Complaints
Questionnaires and technical assessments of 538 Finnish teachers linked poor indoor air quality and renovated buildings with increased voice disorders. Findings suggest the need for longitudinal studies on renovation impacts on teacher health.
2021