{"product_id":"socio-demographic-and-health-profile-of-mine-workers","title":"Socio-Demographic and Health Profile of Mine Workers","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book explores the occupational health risks encountered by mine workers, specifically focusing on those in sandstone mines in Karauli. It highlights the hazardous nature of mining activities and the prevalence of diseases such as silicosis and tuberculosis (TB) among workers. Significant findings indicate that mine workers often face a lack of access to safety equipment and healthcare services, despite being aware of the risks. TB emerges as a primary cause of death among families of mine workers, many of whom begin working at a young age and struggle with financial burdens and limited healthcare access. Miners commonly experience respiratory symptoms, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), and stress, often turning to private healthcare due to insufficient public services. Health issues frequently prompt former miners to leave the profession. The study suggests promoting affordable safety equipment, integrating occupational health into primary healthcare, providing financial assistance, and enforcing labour laws to enhance worker welfare and health outcomes. Overall, it emphasizes the urgent need for improved safety measures, healthcare access, and socioeconomic support for mine workers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDr. Absar Ahmad\u003c\/strong\u003e currently holds the position of Assistant Professor-cum-Junior Scientist in Statistics at the College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Birsa Agricultural University in Ranchi. He obtained his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Statistics from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh, and pursued his M. Phil. and Ph.D. at the International Institute for Population Sciences in Mumbai. With a diverse background in Applied Statistics, Dr. Ahmad has accumulated valuable experience over the course of his career. He worked as a Research Assistant at the Giri Institute of Development Studies, an Indian Council for Social Science Research (ICSSR) funded social science research institute in Lucknow, from 2015 to 2017. Subsequently, he served as a Statistician-cum-tutor at Career Institute of Medical Sciences and Medical Colleges in Lucknow from 2018 to 2020. Before joining Birsa Agricultural University in Ranchi, he held the position of Assistant Professor of Statistics at Manipal Tata Medical College, Jamshedpur, under Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India. Dr. Ahmad’s research interests primarily revolve around public health, with a specific focus on occupational and mental health. Dr. Ahmad has an impressive publication record, with over 20 publications to his credit. He has presented papers at various national and international conferences and has engaged in academic activities in countries including Japan, Kenya, South Korea, and the United Kingdom. Throughout his academic journey, Dr. Ahmad has received numerous honours and awards for his exceptional contributions to research. Additionally, he has been awarded fellowships from prestigious organizations such as UNICEF and the Government of India to support his academic endeavours. Dr. Ahmad has also received travel grants from ICSSR to travel to the UK and a Young Investigator Award to travel to Japan. His active involvement in professional associations and international collaborations underscores his dedication to advancing public health research on a global scale.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mittal Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50886021709991,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0436\/7984\/2471\/files\/Screenshot2026-06-16112038.png?v=1781589068","url":"https:\/\/mittalbooks.com\/products\/socio-demographic-and-health-profile-of-mine-workers","provider":"Mittal Publications","version":"1.0","type":"link"}