Tag: Occupational Health
Half of American Workers Support COVID-19 Vaccination, Mask Mandates in Workplace
Poll was conducted before the FDA granted full approval to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
Cognitively Stimulating Jobs May Lower Risk for Dementia
Higher cognitive stimulation at work linked to lower levels of proteins that inhibit CNS axonogenesis and synaptogenesis
Toxic Dust Exposure Tied to Liver Disease in WTC Responders
Earlier arrival time at World Trade Center associated with decreased liver attenuation on computed tomography
1990 to 2017 Saw Increase in Global Incidence of Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma incident cases and deaths associated with mesothelioma decreased after 20 years of complete ban on asbestos
Female Surgeons Face Increased Fertility Issues, Pregnancy Complications
Findings both compared with female partners of male surgeons and the general population
Socioeconomic Characteristics of Increased COVID-19 Mortality ID’d
Largest mortality increases seen for adults in correctional facilities, health care-related group quarters, those without health insurance
Inequalities Found With U.S. Family and Medical Leave Act Requirement
Women disproportionately excluded in minimum hours requirement; tenure requirement excludes Blacks, indigenous, multiracial workers
Underrepresented Racial, Ethnic Family Physicians Report Less Burnout
Protective effect seen for those working in more racially and ethnically diverse counties
Endometriosis Can Have Major Impact on Women’s Work Life
Finnish study shows endometriosis associated with significantly more disability days among women aged 46 to 48 years
Recommended Therapy for Low Back Pain May Cut Lost Workdays
Adherence to guideline-recommended interventions linked to fewer lost workdays in workers with acute low back pain injuries
