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Data were collected through structured interviews, specialist clinical examinations (otorhinolaryngology and respiratory), and workplace assessments of temperature and humidity. Respiratory diseases were classified according to the International Classification of Diseases-10 criteria. Multivariable logistic regression was performed to identify associated factors.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The prevalence of at least one respiratory disease was 43.2%. Upper respiratory tract diseases were most common, including allergic rhinitis (27.1%), chronic pharyngitis (12.7%), and chronic laryngotracheitis (8.2%). Lower respiratory tract diseases included asthma (4.7%), bronchitis (3.8%), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (1.2%). Independent associated factors were female sex (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] = 1.62), work experience \u226511 years (AOR = 1.51\u20131.58), frequent overtime (AOR = 1.72), smoking (AOR = 2.12), inconsistent mask use (AOR = 1.60), and cold, humid workplaces (AOR = 1.63).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Respiratory diseases impose a considerable occupational health burden among seafood processing workers in Vietnam. 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