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Can your work affect your kidney's health?

Fabiana Baggio Nerbass1,2, Roberto Pecoits-Filho2,3

  • 1Nephrology Division, Pro-rim Foundation, Rua Alexandre Dumas, 50 - Iririú, Joinville, Santa Catarina - CEP 89227-630, Brazil, Phone: +55 (47) 3431-3800.

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|July 20, 2019
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Occupational factors impairing water intake are linked to kidney problems like chronic kidney disease (CKD). Jobs with limited access to water or in hot environments increase kidney morbidity risks for workers.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Nephrology
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Inadequate water intake due to working conditions is a risk factor for kidney issues.
  • Occupations with restricted access to water and toilets, and hot environments, show higher kidney morbidity.
  • Kidney problems include kidney stones, urinary symptoms, and chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and interpret evidence on the relationship between occupation, hydration, and kidney health.
  • To highlight the impact of workplace conditions on kidney well-being.
  • To synthesize current knowledge on occupational kidney risks.

Main Methods:

  • Mini-review of existing literature.
  • Analysis of documented kidney health issues across various professions.
Keywords:
chronic kidney disease of unknown etiology (CKDu)hydrationkidney stonesoccupational medicineurinary tract symptoms

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  • Interpretation of evidence linking work environment to hydration and kidney outcomes.

    • Main Results:

    • Certain occupations significantly increase the risk of kidney problems due to hydration challenges.
    • Examples include astronauts, teachers, and rural workers in demanding environments.
    • Both environmental heat and restricted access to water contribute to adverse kidney health outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Occupational hydration status is critical for maintaining kidney health.
    • Workplace policies and environmental controls are needed to mitigate kidney risks.
    • Further research is warranted to protect workers in high-risk professions.