Occupational Health - Science topic

Introduction: Occupational health risks (OHRs) perception refer to an individual's subjective assessment of the likelihood and severity of potential health hazards within their workplace, which are influenced by their knowledge and attitude. The OHRs perceptions of sanitary workers (SWs) in Ethiopia have not yet been well studied. Therefore, this s...

Conventional assessment of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) requires specialized equipment and designated spaces, limiting accessibility. To address this, the modified National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, Japan step test (mJST) was developed for self-assessment without a step board. This study evaluated the reliability and validity...

Aim Long COVID (LC) presents significant challenges for working age individuals, leading to major inequalities in access to work, employment and relevant support. This study investigates the workplace support provided to people with Long COVID (PwLC) in the UK, focusing on their return-to-work (RTW) experiences. It encompasses perspectives from bot...

Objetivos: sintetizar o conhecimento produzido sobre as características e fatores associados à violência no trabalho de enfermagem hospitalar, suas consequências e possíveis intervenções. Métodos: revisão integrativa da literatura realizada em agosto de 2022, no Portal de Periódicos da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CA...

Aim This study aimed to identify distinct patterns of health complaints among German workers and investigate their associations with socioeconomic factors. Subject and methods Latent class analysis was performed on data from the BIBB/BAuA Employment Survey, which included 19,320 employed respondents aged 15 years and above. The analysis considered...

Occupational health and safety risk assessment (OHSRA) is a systematic and multidisciplinary activity for identifying, evaluating, and reducing the risks of occupational hazards at workplaces to protect employees from accidents. In practical OHSRA problems, domain experts tend to use linguistic terms to evaluate the risk of occupational hazards and...

Exploration geologists often endure prolonged fieldwork in remote areas, leading to long-term absences from home and imposing psychosocial, emotional, and sometimes physical health challenges on their families. This paper explores the psychosocial implications for the families of exploration geologists, identifies key stressors, and proposes a nurs...

Objective To investigate the joint relationships between cancer mortality, occupational factors, and socioeconomic characteristics among Brazilian civil servants. Methods This is a cross-sectional study with data from 116 active workers at the baseline of the Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brazil) (2008–2010), who died of malignant neopla...

Objective To investigate the joint relationships between cancer mortality, occupational factors, and socioeconomic characteristics among Brazilian civil servants. Methods This is a cross-sectional study with data from 116 active workers at the baseline of the Longitudinal Study of Adult Health (ELSA-Brazil) (2008–2010), who died of malignant neopla...

Background: The increasing prevalence of neck pain and psychological stress among night shift office workers poses a significant occupational health concern. Disruption of circadian rhythms due to night shift schedules contributes to elevated stress levels, which may in turn exacerbate musculoskeletal disorders. However, limited research has direct...

Sunda Kecil is an area that has potential for farming. Most farms in this region are still traditional. Along with economic development policies, investment has begun to target farms in Sunda Kecil. When this article was written, research discussing the commodification of traditional farms in Sunda Kecil did not exist because most studies only focu...

Background: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the musculoskeletal disorders, one of the causes is due to non-ergonomic body posture. The prevalence of LBP according to Occupational Health ranges from 60-80% and this complaint is most often experienced by health workers, the incidence rate during a year in Western countries ranges from 36.2–57.9% and As...

Dust exposure in the concrete industry is one of the major occupational health risk factors, particularly related to respiratory disorders among workers. Total dust containing fine particles can enter the respiratory system and lead to various health issues, ranging from mild irritation to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) over the long...

Os distúrbios osteomusculares relacionados ao trabalho (DORT) figuram entre os principais fatores de adoecimento e afastamento na carreira docente. Este estudo teve como objetivo avaliar a prevalência de sintomas osteomusculares e sua relação com o trabalho docente entre professores do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Tocantin...

Work-related stress manifests in diverse ways across national contexts. In Japan, a rigid work culture contributes to high levels of occupational stress and burnout, including karoshi (death by overwork); in South Africa, professionals face stressors linked to job insecurity, resource constraints, and workload imbalances; and in the Netherlands, de...

O artigo aborda o direito à desconexão no teletrabalho, ressaltando sua relevância em um contexto de ampla adoção de tecnologias digitais e flexibilidade laboral. Discute os impactos negativos da hiperconexão na saúde física e mental dos trabalhadores, como estresse e síndrome de burnout, e explora a ausência de regulamentações específicas na legis...

Resumen: Los riesgos psicosociales en el trabajo se pueden presentar en cualquier momento si existen las condiciones para ello, lo cual los hace difícilmente identificables. En este sentido, se realizó una investigación documental en diversas bases de datos digitales con la intención de analizar en qué nivel de riesgo psicosocial se encuentran los...

O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar os fatores associados às Lesões por Esforços Repetitivos/Distúrbios Osteomusculares Relacionados ao Trabalho - LER/DORT notificadas no estado de São Paulo entre 2020 e 2024. Este foi um estudo ecológico, quantitativo e descritivo elaborado com base nos dados do Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação - S...

Background: Hypertension remains a major global health concern, with sedentary lifestyles contributing significantly to its prevalence. Secretariat officers, due to their desk-bound occupations, face an increased risk of hypertension. Physical activity is associated with blood pressure regulation, but little information is available on its associat...

This study addresses the topic of presenteeism by employing science mapping approach to systematically review the literature. It retrieved 2,317 publications from the Web of Science (WoS) spanning 2000 to 2023. The analysis and visualization of the knowledge on this topic were conducted using VOSviewer (version 1.6.19). The study offer insights int...

Background: Cervical radiculopathy, a condition characterized by nerve root compression in the cervical spine, commonly affects individuals in physically demanding professions. ICU nurses, due to prolonged shifts and repetitive upper limb activity, are particularly vulnerable, yet limited research has focused on its specific impact on upper limb fu...

Objectives Occupations vary with respect to workplace factors that influence exposure to COVID-19, such as ventilation, social contacts and protective equipment. Variations between women and men may arise because they have different occupational roles or behavioural responses. We estimated occupational differences in COVID-19 hospital admission and...

Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in work environments is crucial for optimal productivity. Work accidents affect productivity because they can reduce working hours and decrease productivity. The problem faced by a company is the absence of a Key Performance Indicator that explicitly considers the safety aspect. This study aims to determine and...

Background: Sonographers are at high risk for developing musculoskeletal disorders due to the repetitive nature of their work and sustained static postures, particularly affecting the neck and upper limbs. These occupational demands can lead to persistent discomfort and functional limitations, ultimately impacting professional performance and quali...

Purpose Night shift work is common today and disrupts circadian rhythms, leading to health concerns. This study examines the impact of night shifts on sleep quality among Tunisian workers, determines the prevalence of sleep disorders, and identifies factors associated with poor sleep quality. Methodology This cross-sectional study employed an onli...

Objective To evaluate low back pain in community health agents (CHA) and its associated factors. Methods Cross-sectional study with a sample of 675 CHA. The presence of low back pain was assessed using the Japanese Orthopaedic Association Back Pain Evaluation (JOABPEQ) instrument, with a maximum score of 100, where higher scores indicate less low b...

Background: Occupational exposure to hazardous chemicals in healthcare settings poses a significant, yet often underrecognized, threat to cardiovascular health. Despite increasing global attention to occupational health, evidence linking chemical exposure to cardiovascular risk among healthcare professionals remains limited, particularly in resourc...

Este artículo presenta la validación de una escala para evaluar la percepción de factores clave en la prevención del acoso laboral. El autor define el acoso laboral como un patrón repetitivo de comportamientos que amenazan, intimidan y degradan a un individuo, manifestándose desde intimidación sutil hasta agresión abierta. El estudio utilizó una en...

Este estudo revisa os impactos das medidas de segurança no ambiente de trabalho para prevenir e manejar queimaduras. Utilizando uma Revisão Integrativa da Literatura (RIL), discute queimaduras, seus tipos, causas, acidentes de trabalho e saúde do trabalhador. A metodologia incluiu a revisão de vários estudos, destacando que queimaduras são lesões c...

Objective Fun, play, and humour are accepted as integral to understanding how individuals cope with adversity at work and thrive within an organization. Far from being merely about entertainment, Fun at Work embodies strategic elements via social bonding, essential for bolstering employee well-being, fostering engagement, and enhancing productivity...

Chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) are major public health concerns, with occupational exposure to vapors, gases, dusts, and fumes (VGDF) often overlooked as risk factors. This study investigates discrepancies between self-reported and Job-Exposure Matrix (JEM)-assessed exposures in chronic airway obstruction (AO), highlighting the impor...

Scientific journals, like the Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health, are dependent on their peer reviewers. Without a rigorous peer review of submitted papers, there are no publications and no journals. As researchers, we know that a critical and constructive evaluation of research in the review process is essential to move the scien...

E-waste dismantling workers are exposed to various occupational hazards, including inhalation and dermal contact with hazardous substances, and musculoskeletal injuries due to improper work postures. Educational interventions are essential in mitigating these risks by improving knowledge and promoting positive attitudes toward safety practices. Thi...

Background: Neck pain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal complaints affecting the adult population, particularly those engaged in sedentary occupations. With the rise in computer-based jobs, poor posture and prolonged sitting have emerged as significant contributors to cervical discomfort. This study was designed to assess the prevalence...

A Estratégia da Saúde da Família ( E.S.F.) expandiu o acesso à saúde no Brasil e minimizou amorbimortalidade. Apesar dos desafios constantes, a Saúde da Família vem contribuindo comos atributos da Atenção Básica e os trabalhadores são os importantes atores sociais para agarantia das ações e cuidados. Entretanto, muitos dos trabalhadores de saúde se...

Purpose Among the diverse tasks of managers, handling employees with common mental disorders (CMDs) is perceived as particularly challenging. Little is known about the organizational resources that managers use in these situations. The aim of this study was to explore the organizational resources that managers use when handling employees with CMDs...

Job stress is a significant concern among drivers, particularly in Iran, where its prevalence varies by geographical region. This study aims to systematically review and analyze the prevalence of job stress among Iranian drivers and identify contributing factors. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted following the PRISMA guidelines....

The right to a healthy and safe working environment is recognised as a fundamental right for individuals in professional life. In recent years, as has been observed in the rest of the world, the importance attributed to occupational health and safety has been increasing in our country. In response to mounting demands, numerous industrial sectors ha...

Work hazards and risks are closely related to occupational activities and have the potential to cause injuries and occupational diseases. Every workplace carries the risk of accidents, as reflected in data from Indonesia's Work Accident Insurance Program (JKK BPJS Ketenagakerjaan). The number of workers experiencing fatalities due to occupational a...

Within the scope of “Eco Map of Zagreb” project, eight sensor sets (type AQMeshPod) were set up at an automatic measuring station at the Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health (IMROH) for comparison with reference methods for air quality measurement during 2018. This station is a city background station within the Zagreb network for...

Introdução: A Síndrome de Burnout (SB) é uma condição de esgotamento emocional que afeta os profissionais da saúde, em especial os enfermeiros, devido ao estresse constante, à responsabilidade elevada e aos ambientes de trabalho intensos. Objetivo: Descrever os indicadores de risco ocupacionais relacionados a síndrome de burnout entre enfermeiros q...

Este estudio analiza el impacto del teletrabajo en Ecuador durante y después de la pandemia, destacando su papel como mecanismo de sostenimiento económico, pero también sus limitaciones estructurales. Si bien permitió preservar más de 63.000 empleos formales y evitó el colapso de numerosas PYMEs, su implementación evidenció serias deficiencias en r...

Background Healthcare professionals often face substantial work-related burdens. A large body of evidence has shown that poor working conditions can lead to low levels of job satisfaction, increased emotional stress and burnout. While symptom targeted interventions take effect after symptoms become manifest, preventive interventions are required to...

Purpose Following signalling theory, this paper aims to study the impact of multiple corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives on firm performance, by considering commitment to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the Occupational Health and Safety Assessment Series (OHSAS) 18001 and environmental commitment such as Kyoto Protocol or P...

This study examines occupational health burdens among nurses and midwives in Ghana, assessing prevalence patterns, predictors, and impacts on workforce sustainability. Using meta-synthesis of 22 studies, the research extracted data systematically from primary studies, employing standardized protocols to identify recurring themes, risk factors, and...

Teacher burnout is a barrier to improving the quality of the educational system, and research focusing on this issue is still required. The present study aimed to investigate the prevalence of burnout among higher education teachers in Thailand. The association between burnout and well-being was determined. The affecting factors of each burnout dim...

Conceptually, the initial phase of nanomaterial occupational safety and health research is now largely completed and the next phase targeting more refined research is starting. The pending question is what is the critical research that should be conducted to move the field forward and advance worker protection. Research is needed to further underst...

Background Bangladesh has the second highest burden of child labour in South Asia. The informal sector employs most of the children however, data on health including injuries and place of work for children are limited. As the deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals to end child labour is upon us, it is paramount to document the impact of chi...

Ansiedade, síndrome do pânico, depressão e burnout são diagnósticos recorrentes e podem ser agravados nos profissionais da saúde. Episódios considerados adversos nesses espaços têm potencial de virar gatilhos mentais negativos. A atividade laboral faz parte da vida das pessoas e pode estar relacionada a sentimentos de prazer e/ou sofrimento. Disser...

Este estudio analiza las condiciones laborales de los trabajadores informales del sector gastronómico en las playas de Puerto Velero (Atlántico, Colombia), en un contexto de crecimiento turístico y aumento del trabajo informal en zonas costeras. Mediante un enfoque cuantitativo, descriptivo y de corte transversal, se encuestaron 35 prestadores de s...

Objetivo: Investigar a relação entre cronobiotipo, qualidade do sono e variáveis sociodemográficas em enfermeiros residentes vinculados a instituições de alta complexidade na Região Metropolitana do Recife. Método: Trata-se de um estudo transversal, descritivo e exploratório, com abordagem quantitativa, realizado por meio da aplicação de questionár...

BACKGROUND: Coffee harvesting is a manual labor activity that occupies a fundamental role in this productive chain. It is generally performed by peasants, who must face occupational risk factors that increase the risk of musculoskeletal disorders. This study aimed to identify correlations between the presence of musculoskeletal disorders attributab...

Background Pesticide poisoning has emerged as a significant public health concern on a global scale. China has a diverse range of agricultural practices and varying pesticide usage across its regions. Nevertheless, there is a paucity of research on the epidemiology of pesticide poisoning in China. To address this research gap, our study was underta...

Infectious diseases that involve hepatitis B (HBsAg), hepatitis C (HCV), HIV, and syphilis (VDRL) remain significant worldwide health challenges, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Libya serves as both a transit and destination point for migrants, creating a unique context for examining the prevalence of these disorders among migrant...

To estimate the working years of potential life lost (WYPLLs) and eco- nomic losses (ELs) of workers affiliated to the social security system in Ecuador from 2014 to 2020. During the study period, 123,121 accidents were recorded, of which 1,532 resulted in deaths (15-64 years). Consequently, 40,409 WYPLL were lost in the labor market, equivalent to...

Despite their potential impact on meat safety and occupational health, fungi are often underestimated contaminants in slaughterhouses. Moulds and yeasts may be associated with meat contamination in multiple processing stages, and mycotoxigenic species, such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Penicillium, pose food safety concerns. Bioaerosols may carry...

En la presente investigación se analizó la situación actual del departamento de corte en la empresa Líderes Industriales de Ropa S.A. de C.V., enfocado específicamente en las condiciones de seguridad e higiene laboral. El estudio inició con un diagnóstico exhaustivo de las condiciones existentes, identificando riesgos potenciales y áreas prioritari...

The quality of education is significantly influenced by occupational health and safety (OHS) measures. To this end, a safety incident at a university could have far-reaching negative effects on facilitating teaching and learning for both lecturers and students. Although OHS standards are widely established in numerous industries, they are often ove...

Objective This study aimed to explore the predictive value of severe burnout complaints, symptom dimension of burnout and depressive symptoms for subsequent all-cause medically certified sickness absence (ACMCSA) during the pandemic among physicians in Sweden. Design A 1 year follow-up panel cohort observational study—the Longitudinal Occupational...

O Instituto Superior Manuel Teixeira Gomes tem sido fundamental na promoção da investigação científica na região Algarvia. No entanto, o formato online das Jornadas Internacionais de Iniciação à Investigação Científica em Psicologia (J3ICP) permitiu extrapolar tanto limites regionais e nacionais no que respeita à divulgação científica na área da Ps...

This study successfully formulates effective Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for measuring company performance using the RACI framework at PT XYZ Batam. The RACI framework, which identifies roles and responsibilities as Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed, is applied to ensure that each performance measurement aspect receives approp...

ntroduction: Dehydration can affect body functions related to temperature regulation and blood circulation. Persistent dehydration can lead to fatigue, impaired concentration, and kidney dysfunction. Workers in labor-intensive environments, such as the brickmaking industry, are at a higher risk due to strenuous physical activity and prolonged expos...

Background Healthcare workers (HCWs) have been particularly impacted by long COVID, with negative effects on their work patterns and wellbeing. The aim of this study was to explore the intersection between work and long COVID for HCWs, to understand the impact of long COVID on their professional identify, their orientation to work, their wellbeing...

Accident rates are notably high in industrial metalworking processes. This study aimed to identify and manage occupational health and safety (OHS) risks using the ELMERI observation method to minimize workplace accidents within a foundry operating in the metalworking sector. A quantitative case study was conducted, during which the foundry was moni...

This study investigates the implementation of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aboard the MT FTM 24, a tanker vessel operating under international maritime regulations. The research aims to analyze the effectiveness of SOPs in improving work safety, identify challenges in their application, and provide recom...

This study successfully formulates effective Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for measuring company performance using the RACI framework at PT XYZ Batam. The RACI framework, which identifies roles and responsibilities as Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed, is applied to ensure that each performance measurement aspect receives approp...

Background Occupational health is closely related to China’s public health system and the construction of a healthy China. The purpose of this paper is to summarize the current health status of China’s occupational population and the dilemmas faced by prevention and treatment work. Methods The following databases were utilized: China National Know...

Background: Occupational Health Nurses have gradually changed their role. Objectives: To provide a national and international overview concerning the Occupational Health Nurse's role and to evaluate which are the regulatory/professional elements currently in force in Italy that may permit to better structure and develop Occupational Health Nurse's...

An efficient identification, evaluation and registration of occupational risks implies avoiding or minimizing the causes of accidents and diseases derived from work. Organizations must give equal importance to the management of these risks as a fundamental aspect for the correct development of their business activity. For this reason, this research...

Objectives This study assessed finger blood flow (FBF) among groundskeepers using laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF) and evaluated the association of the FBF with hand-arm vibration (HAV) exposure dose. Methods Baseline FBF measured before a work shift (FBF baseline ) and daily changes in FBF before and after a work shift (ΔFBF daily ) were measured am...

At present, work stress has reached the peak of complications in the health of Ecuadorians. This situation has generated an impact of social interest at a national and international level, mainly in the health consequences that affect workers in the workplace. Social relationships have been affected as a result of the various causes that give rise...

BACKGROUND: Hotel employees perform a variety of jobs that expose them to numerous occupational health and safety risks, each with distinct dynamics. OBJECTIVE: This study aims to evaluate the occupational health and safety of hotel employees. METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Türkiye. The study population consisted of employees...

Purpose The aim of this study is to assess the incidence of job loss related to health issues (fitness for work) over one year within the population of construction trades, to analyze the medical diagnoses associated with these unfitness for work situations, and to define the demographic and professional characteristics associated with them at the...

Introduction. During viral infections, the body produces binding antibodies (n-NAbs) and neutralizing antibodies (NAbs). NAbs prevent viral infection of host cells. Since COVID-19's onset in 2020, vaccine research has focused on eliciting high NAb levels. Objective. To evaluate IgA, IgM, and IgG levels in Colombian healthcare workers and compare NA...

Objetivo: Analisar os fatores associados ao aumento progressivo de depressão e ansiedade entre profissionais de saúde, explorando implicações para a prática clínica e propondo estratégias de intervenção. Métodos: Revisão sistemática conduzida conforme diretrizes PRISMA, com busca em bases de dados (CINAHL, LILACS, PubMed) entre janeiro e março de 2...

Introduction/framework/objectives Portugal has a tradition in the production of some types of cheese. However, there are certainly Occupational Physicians and Safety Technicians who havenever had clients in this sector, so they are easily unaware of the main risk factors and other relevant particularities to work in it effectively. The aim of thisr...

Background: The present study assessed knowledge, attitude, and practice of dental ergonomics among dental undergraduates (UGs), interns, and postgraduate students (PGs) in a teaching hospital in the Koshi province. Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted in a tertiary care center. The questionnaire was distributed to 228...

Introduction/framework/objectives There are several companies in our country dedicated to this sector; however, not all Health and Safety professionals havepractical or theoretical experience in this professional area. This review aimed to summarize the most relevant data published on the subject, in order to contribute to a better performance of t...

Caracterizar aspectos epidemiológicos relacionados con el dolor lumbar (DL)y actividades laborales entre trabajadores de una empresa astillera y dragados. Esta investigación es de tipo descriptiva y fue desarrollado con corte transversal. Se desarrolló con 95 trabajadores contratados entre el 1 y el 31 de marzo de 2024 en una empresa astillero ubic...

Latar belakang: Setiap lingkungan kerja memiliki potensi bahaya yang dapat menyebabkan kecelakaan kerja. Salah satu faktor utama penyebab kecelakaan kerja adalah perilaku tidak aman ( unsafe behavior ), yang dapat dipengaruhi oleh budaya kerja dan ketidaksadaran terhadap keselamatan. Metodologi: Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif den...

This document is intended to define requirements for the use of large language models (LLMs) for the construction or validation of knowledge graphs (KGs) and – vice versa – for the use of knowledge graphs for generative large language models, e.g. to avoid hallucinations and generate factually more correct answers. Since this is a very dynamic and...

Introduction: Scientometrics is a research field that examines and analyzes scientific trends and patterns in various scientific journals. This study aims to analyze the content of research published between 2011 and 2022 in Persian scientific journals focusing on ergonomics, to identify trends and the scientific direction in the field. Material an...

This study explored the relationship between occupational health risks and productivity in Uganda's food processing industry, specifically focusing on PepsiCo Uganda. The research aimed to identify the types of health risks present in the workplace, assess their impact on worker productivity, and evaluate the effectiveness of safety measures implem...

Intensive care units (ICUs) are acknowledged for their propensity for noise, often exhibiting higher sound levels on average than other departments. This is mainly ascribed to a high concentration of medical devices and staff, creating an acoustic environment characterised by a high level of staff activity and a concoction of alarms from therapeuti...

FarmCoSwiss is Switzerland’s first agricultural cohort study on farmers’ health and wellbeing. It aims to longitudinally describe farmers’ mental and physical health and identify risk and protective factors. Between November 2022 and August 2023, 872 participants (65.9% men) were enrolled in the baseline survey assessing farm characteristics, occup...

Hazards and environmental risks due to the complex processes involved, such as spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing. This paper presents a comprehensive risk assessment and hazards identification analysis aimed at identifying potential risks, their sources, and the possible impact on workers, equipment, and the environment within textile manufa...

WWTPs play a crucial role in protecting the public health and the environment through water and wastewater treatment. However, people working at these facilities have several exposures to occupational health and safety risks, particularly chemical hazards stemming from the heavy use of chlorine, sulfur dioxide, and sodium hydroxide. Though these ch...

The chemical industry, known for its hazardous operations, faces significant challenges in ensuring the health and safety of its workforce. This project focuses on reducing ergonomic risks and enhancing industrial hygiene practices to improve worker well-being and productivity in chemical manufacturing environments. Ergonomics risk reduction involv...

Background Given the rise of remote work in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many studies have investigated how working from home (WFH) is related to employee well-being. So far, findings have been mixed and based predominantly on cross-sectional analyses. Methods We used multi-level regression models to describe the longitudinal relationship be...

Background Dentists are prone to a variety of occupational health problems and are at a high risk of workplace violence due to the nature of their dental practice. The aim of this study was to assess the state of occupational health and the prevalence of workplace violence among dentists in China. Additionally, this research endeavored to offer pra...

Highlights Este estudo realiza uma revisão integrativa sobre os fatores que mais influenciam a busca, oferta e utilização de serviços de saúde mental por policiais militares. Os principais resultados sugerem que o estigma social, o desconhecimento sobre o assunto e as falhas organizacionais são aspectos cruciais que obstaculizam a busca por serviço...

Background Awareness among medical specialists about patient work concerns is important because work and health are linked. In Clinical Work-Integrating Care (CWIC), specialists adopt the notion that work can affect health, and medical actions can affect work participation, and they act according to that notion. This study aims to assess the extent...