Table 2 Illnesses experienced by migrant workers while staying in Thailand by occupation
Type of illness | FW | RT | CW |
|---|---|---|---|
Number (%) | Number (%) | Number (%) | |
N = 214 | n = 200 | n = 200 | |
Common cold | 214 (100.0) | 197 (98.5) | 179 (89.5) |
Aches & Pains | 212 (99.1) | 197 (98.5) | 200 (100.0) |
GI problems | 119 (55.6) | 119 (59.5) | 83 (41.5) |
Respiratory tract problems | 183 (85.5) | 162 (81.0) | 103 (51.5) |
Urinary tract problems | 49 (22.9) | 76 (38.0) | 68 (34.0) |
Obstetric problems * | 32 (40.0) | 28 (60.9) | 35 (56.5) |
Gynaecologic problems * | 58 (72.5) | 21 (45.7) | 21 (33.9) |
Other health problems | 214 (100.0) | 197 (98.5) | 197 (98.5) |