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  • Occupational Health
  • Chronobiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Modern work demands, including globalization and technology, increasingly involve shift work, impacting a growing workforce.
  • Shift work is a recognized occupational hazard with documented adverse effects on physical, mental, and social well-being.
  • Epidemiological and clinical research highlights the severity of health risks associated with shift work.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of current occupational health challenges posed by shift work.
  • To outline key organizational and medical guidelines for safeguarding shift workers' health and well-being.
  • To emphasize the importance of preventive and corrective measures in managing shift work's impact.

Main Methods:

  • Review of epidemiological and clinical studies on shift work.
  • Analysis of organizational and medical interventions.
  • Examination of impacts on biological rhythms, health, and performance.

Main Results:

  • Shift work disrupts circadian rhythms and sleep-wake cycles, leading to psychosomatic disorders, potential cancer risks, and impaired performance.
  • Negative impacts extend to social and family life, affecting overall well-being.
  • Evidence supports the severity of health risks associated with non-standard working hours.

Conclusions:

  • Implementing ergonomic shift scheduling is vital for mitigating health risks.
  • Comprehensive health surveillance and social support are essential for shift workers.
  • Proactive interventions enable sustained employment without significant health impairment.