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Abstract: Regu-Mate,
the synthetic progesterone altrenogest, is used to control estrus in horses. Equine
caregivers handling Regu-Mate may be exposed through accidental exposure or inadequate
safety procedures. This exposure can result in adverse health effects including
menstrual cycle changes, uterine/abdominal cramping, headaches and prolonged pregnancy.
Surveys asked equine caregivers abo... read moreut Regu-Mate handling procedures, skin exposure to
the drug, symptoms associated with exposure to the drug, and general background
information. I analyzed results through descriptive statistics. Most respondents do not
take sufficient safety precautions when handling Regu-Mate. Respondents most commonly
use rubber/latex gloves or do not wear gloves when handling the drug and/or use a
non-locking syringe to withdraw the medication. Respondents become complacent, taking
fewer precautions the longer and more often they handle Regu-Mate. I developed a risk
communication program that outlines the important safe handling discussion topics
between veterinarians and clients and recommends a periodic check-in to evaluate a
facility's procedures.
Thesis (M.S.)--Tufts
University, 2013.
Submitted to the Dept. of Civil
Engineering.
Advisor: Anne Marie
Desmarais.
Committee: Mark Woodin, and Brett
Gaby.
Keywords: Occupational health, Veterinary
medicine, and Environmental health.read less
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