Tag: Occupational Health
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
Claim Rates ID’d for Musculoskeletal Disorders From Overexertion
Work-related musculoskeletal disorder claims from overexertion among construction workers were highest for those aged 35 to 44 years
Biden Administration Weighing National Face Mask Standards for Workplace
Temporary standard for face masks in the workplace would impact millions of workers and would likely last six months
Most Employees Want Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination at Work
70 percent of employees said they would like their companies to provide incentives to get vaccinated
