Potential implications of mine dusts on human health: A case study of Mukula Mine, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Authors

  • Abuh Momoh University of Venda
  • Siphiwe Emmanuel Mhlongo University of Venda
  • Olukoga Abiodun
  • Confidence Muzerengi
  • Matamela Mudanalwo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.296.3787

Keywords:

Aggregates, Ambient air, Mine dusts, Suspended particulate matter, Health.

Abstract

Objective: The purpose of this study was to estimate the levels of Suspended Particulate Matter (SPM) in ambient air within Mukula mine and the potential risks to mineworkers and inhabitants of the adjoining Mukula community

Author Biographies

Abuh Momoh, University of Venda

Mining and Environemental Geology Department,

Doctoral Graduate

Siphiwe Emmanuel Mhlongo, University of Venda

Mining and Environmental Geology

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Published

2013-10-01

How to Cite

Momoh, A., Mhlongo, S. E., Abiodun, O., Muzerengi, C., & Mudanalwo, M. (2013). Potential implications of mine dusts on human health: A case study of Mukula Mine, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences, 29(6). https://doi.org/10.12669/pjms.296.3787

Issue

Vol. 29 No. 6 (2013): November - December 2013 Pak J Med Sci

Section

Short Communication