SENSOR-Pesticides

SENSOR-Pesticides is a program that is part of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The program's main goal is to monitor and prevent pesticide-related illnesses and injuries in the United States.

Overview[edit]

SENSOR-Pesticides is a state-based surveillance program that tracks pesticide-related illnesses and injuries in participating states. The program is a collaborative effort between the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state health departments.

The program collects and analyzes data on pesticide-related illnesses and injuries, and uses this information to develop and implement prevention strategies. The data collected by SENSOR-Pesticides is used to inform policy decisions, guide research, and educate the public about the risks associated with pesticide exposure.

History[edit]

The SENSOR-Pesticides program was established in 1987 by the NIOSH in response to concerns about the health effects of pesticide exposure. The program was initially implemented in 10 states, and has since expanded to include additional states.

Function[edit]

The main function of the SENSOR-Pesticides program is to collect data on pesticide-related illnesses and injuries. This data is collected from a variety of sources, including poison control centers, healthcare providers, and state health departments.

Once the data is collected, it is analyzed to identify trends and patterns in pesticide-related illnesses and injuries. This information is then used to develop prevention strategies and inform policy decisions.

Impact[edit]

The SENSOR-Pesticides program has had a significant impact on the prevention of pesticide-related illnesses and injuries. The data collected by the program has been used to inform policy decisions, guide research, and educate the public about the risks associated with pesticide exposure.