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Research

In addition to the case-by-case research performed through public service consultations, the AP also performs research in agricultural medicine. Examples of research activities over the years include epidemiologic studies on pesticide poisoning, tick-borne diseases, farmer mortality patterns, protective clothing for pesticide exposure, noise induced hearing loss in rural children and farm family stress. Research results are incorporated into the educational programs and are shared with medical and agricultural colleagues. Published research results include:

Structural Infestations by Imported Fire Ants: A Survey with Heath Implications

Fire Ants: A Continuing Community Health Threat in South Carolina

Hospitalized Pesticide Poisonings Decline in South Carolina 1992 - 1996

Hospitalizations and Emergency Room Visits for Acute Pesticide Poisonings in South Carolina, 1997 - 2001