Hearing and balance in fuel station workers
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study looks at how long-term exposure to noise and chemicals at fuel stations might affect your hearing and balance. If you qualify, it could help understand risks and improve safety for workers like you.
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Who can take part
- You are male and between 20 and 60 years old.
- You have worked at a fuel station (gas station) for at least two years.
- You had normal hearing on your pre-employment hearing test.
- You have no history of hearing loss, balance problems, or ear surgery.
- You do not have any ear, nerve, or psychiatric conditions that might affect hearing or balance.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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