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Mortality among urban bus drivers.

D Michaels1, S R Zoloth

  • 1Department of Community Health and Social Medicine, City University of New York Medical School, New York 10031.

International Journal of Epidemiology
|June 1, 1991
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New York City bus drivers face significant health risks, including higher rates of ischemic heart disease and certain cancers. This study highlights the occupational hazards linked to job strain and environmental exposures in this profession.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Environmental Epidemiology
  • Cardiovascular Disease Research

Background:

  • Urban bus driving is a high-stress occupation with exposure to vehicle air pollutants.
  • Previous research suggests a link between job strain and adverse health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate potential health hazards and causes of death among New York City bus drivers.
  • To analyze the association between bus driving occupation and specific mortality risks.

Main Methods:

  • A proportionate mortality ratio (PMR) analysis was conducted on 376 deceased New York City bus drivers.
  • Mortality data were examined for causes including ischemic heart disease, mental disorders, and various cancers.

Main Results:

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  • Significant excess mortality was observed for ischemic heart disease (PMR=1.23), mental disorders (PMR=2.66), all malignant neoplasms (PMR=1.26), and esophageal cancer (PMR=2.54).
  • Elevated risks were noted in specific racial groups for ischemic heart disease and mental disorders.
  • No specific cancer sites showed significantly elevated mortality when analyzed by race.

Conclusions:

  • Bus driving in urban environments is associated with increased risks of cardiovascular disease, mental health disorders, and certain cancers.
  • Findings support the hypothesis that job strain and occupational exposures contribute to adverse health outcomes in bus drivers.
  • Further research is warranted to explore mechanisms and develop targeted interventions.