Video display terminals: potential health hazards and possible solutions

J Biocommun. 1990;17(4):20-3.

Abstract

Current literature reports health hazards associated with using video display terminals (VDTs). This paper reviews a number of such hazards and recommends ergonomic changes to reduce or eliminate damage to the health of VDT operators.

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Radiation-Induced / etiology
  • Abnormalities, Radiation-Induced / prevention & control
  • Asthenopia / etiology
  • Asthenopia / prevention & control
  • Computer Terminals*
  • Cumulative Trauma Disorders / etiology
  • Cumulative Trauma Disorders / prevention & control
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Occupational Diseases / etiology*
  • Occupational Diseases / prevention & control
  • Pregnancy
  • Risk Factors