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Association between employment status and self-rated health: Korean working conditions survey
ConclusionsIn this study, perceived health was found to be worse in the non-permanent workers than permanent workers. Additional research should investigate whether other factors mediate the relationship between employment status and perceived health. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 7, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The association between Korean workers ’ presenteeism and psychosocial factors within workplaces
ConclusionsThe study results confirmed the association between presenteeism and various psychosocial factors within workplaces. Considering that presenteeism negatively affects productivity and the mental and physical health of individuals, managing various psychosocial factors within workplaces is proposed to reduce presenteeism. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 6, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Health care strategy for ensuring work ability in an aging Korea
In conclusion, health care strategies for ensuring the work ability in an aging Korea require the collaboration of governmental agencies at the central and local levels. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 6, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Drinking and recreational water-related diseases: a bibliometric analysis (1980 –2015)
ConclusionsThere was a linear increase in the number of publications on water – related diseases in the last decade. Arsenic, in drinking water is a serious concern. Cryptosporidiosis and other infectious gastroenteritis remain a major health risk of exposure to contaminated water. Increased number of publications from Asian countries was not associated with a high percenta ge of international collaboration. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 5, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Comparison of sleep quality based on direction of shift rotation in electronics workers
ConclusionsOur study supports that a backward rotation system is associated with poor sleep quality. Forward rotation systems should be considered to reduce sleep problems. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 4, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Evaluation of the dermatologic life quality among cleanroom workers in a secondary battery factory
ConclusionsDermatologic life quality among cleanroom workers in the secondary battery factory is shown to be lower than that among non-cleanroom workers in this study. The study suggests that the Skindex-29 may provide helpful information on the dermatologic life quality of cleanroom workers. Therefore, regarding evaluation of dermatologic life quality using Skindex-29, preventive care is necessary for cleanroom workers in ultralow humidity environment. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 1, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The effect of aircraft noise on sleep disturbance among the residents near a civilian airport: a cross-sectional study
ConclusionsThe prevalence of insomnia and daytime hypersomnia was higher in the aircraft noise exposure group, as compared to the control group. Further study is deemed necessary in order to clarify the causal relationship. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - September 1, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Long working hours and overweight and obesity in working adults
ConclusionObesity in working adults was associated with> 50 years of age and long working hours in women. Further studies are needed to investigate the underlying mechanisms of this relationship and its potential implications for the prevention and management of excess weight and obesity. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - August 21, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

A case of laryngeal cancer induced by exposure to asbestos in a construction site supervisor
ConclusionThe patient in this case worked with construction materials including asbestos and supervised construction for 38 years, and was thus exposed to asbestos at construction sites. Much of the asbestos was highly concentrated especially during demolition processes. We therefore consider the laryngeal cancer of this patient to be a work-related disease. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - August 7, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

IgA nephropathy in a laboratory worker that progressed to end-stage renal disease: a case report
ConclusionsThe causal association between occupational solvent exposure and IgAN is still unclear; therefore, this case report could be used as a basis to support the relevance of occupational solvent exposure to IgAN and/or its progression. Early intervention as well as close monitoring of laboratory workers exposed to various organic solvents is important to prevent or delay the progression of glomerulonephritis to ESRD in the occupational setting. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - August 7, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Environmentally induced, occupational diseases with emphasis on chronic kidney disease of multifactorial origin affecting tropical countries
ConclusionCreating public awareness of environmental issues and their relationship to public health is essential. This includes regular monitoring and periodic publication of the quality of water,  air and soil; preventing deforestation and man-made soil erosion, increasing forest and ground cover, preventing occupational injuries, judicious and safe use of agrochemicals, sustainable agriculture and development programs, and implementing legislation to protect and conserve water heriage and  the environment. These actions are essential both for a healthier environment and for the health of the people who live in that en...
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - August 4, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

The association between perceived discrimination and depression/anxiety disorders among Korean workers: analysis of the third Korean Working Conditions Survey
ConclusionsPerceived discrimination was significantly related to depression or anxiety disorders among Korean workers. The risk of depression or anxiety was higher among female workers, compared to male workers. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - August 1, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Factors associated with suicide ideation among subway drivers in Korea
ConclusionsInsufficient job control and lack of reward were associated with suicide ideation among subway drivers. Strategies for drivers to have autonomy while working and to achieve effort-reward balance should be implemented. Furthermore, drivers who have experienced negative work-related problems should be managed appropriately. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - August 1, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Modelling levels of nitrous oxide exposure for healthcare professionals during EMONO usage
Conclusions Data demonstrate that EMONO usage in well ventilated rooms – as recommended – helps to ensure that N2O exposure does not exceed the OEL and does not signal any major risks for HCPs when recommendations are followed. Although these data are numerical simulations and should be considered as such, they can provide guidance for EMONO users. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - July 6, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research

Acute respiratory symptoms and evacuation-related behavior after exposure to chlorine gas leakage
Conclusions The duration of the subjective acute respiratory symptoms significantly differed between the low- and high-exposure groups. Among the 27 workers in the high-exposure group, 17 misjudged the toxicity after being aware of the gas leakage, which is a relatively high number. (Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - July 3, 2016 Category: Occupational Health Source Type: research