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T Yoshimura1

  • 1Department of Clinical Epidemiology Institute of Industrial Ecological Sciences, University of Occupational and Environmental Health Japan, Kitakyushu, Japan.

Journal of Epidemiology
|August 1, 1996
PubMed
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This paper reviews Japanese epidemiological studies on occupational health, including karoshi (sudden death from overwork) and occupational stress. Strengthening epidemiological approaches is crucial for preventing work-related diseases and promoting worker well-being.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Karoshi (sudden death from overwork) was identified in Japan, with hypertension as a potential risk factor, though work-related factors require further clarification.
  • Occupational stress and its impact on mental health, including depression, are significant concerns, despite challenges in defining and measuring stress.
  • Concerns exist regarding occupational cancer risk from hazardous work environments in Japan.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and review various epidemiological studies conducted in Japan on selected occupational health topics.
  • To highlight the importance of epidemiological research in understanding and preventing work-related diseases.
  • To emphasize the need for enhanced epidemiological approaches to promote worker health.

Main Methods:

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  • Review of existing epidemiological studies on karoshi, occupational stress, radiation exposure, vibration syndrome, and cancer screening programs in Japan.
  • Inclusion of a large-scale cohort study on 180,000 radiation workers.
  • Analysis of a cohort study on Japanese forest workers to determine the latency period for vibration-induced white finger.

Main Results:

  • Hypertension is a potential risk factor for karoshi, but work condition-specific risks are not fully understood.
  • Occupational stress significantly impacts depression and mental well-being.
  • A cohort study on forest workers indicated a 6.2-year latency interval for vibration-induced white finger.
  • Evaluation studies of mass cancer screening programs were also introduced.

Conclusions:

  • Epidemiological research is vital for preventing occupational diseases and promoting worker health in Japan.
  • Further strengthening of epidemiological approaches is necessary to gather more comprehensive data.
  • Continued research is needed to clarify risk factors for karoshi and other work-related conditions.