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Giovanni Costa1, Lee Di Milia

  • 1Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, University of Milano, IRCCS Maggiore Hospital, Mangiagalli and Regina Elena Foundation, Milano, Italy. giovanni.costa@unimi.it

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The aging workforce, driven by longer life expectancy and labor shortages, faces challenges. This paper explores the health implications of aging and shift work, offering strategies for workplace well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Gerontology
  • Chronobiology

Background:

  • The baby boomer generation (50+) is a significant demographic cohort delaying retirement due to social and economic factors.
  • Increased life expectancy and global skilled labor shortages encourage extended working lives.
  • Abolition or reconsideration of mandatory retirement policies impacts workforce demographics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the health implications of an aging workforce.
  • To examine the relationship between aging, human function, and shift work.
  • To identify strategies for sustaining work ability and well-being in older workers.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review focusing on aging, human function, and shift work.
  • Discussion of the impact of aging on the circadian system.
  • Analysis of policy directions and workplace interventions.

Main Results:

  • Aging affects human function, including the circadian system, impacting shift work tolerance.
  • Sustaining work ability in older workers requires tailored workplace strategies.
  • The interaction between aging and shift work presents complex challenges.

Conclusions:

  • The aging workforce necessitates a re-evaluation of working time and workplace policies.
  • Understanding the physiological changes associated with aging is crucial for supporting older workers.
  • Proactive measures are needed to ensure the health, safety, and productivity of aging employees.