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Stroke morbidity in professional drivers in Denmark 1981-1990
1Centre of Biochemical and Occupational Epidemiology, National Institute of Occupational Health, Copenhagen, Denmark.
International Journal of Epidemiology
|November 18, 1997
Summary
Professional driving increases stroke risk for both men and women, with higher risks observed in specific driver groups. This study highlights the need for further investigation into occupational health for drivers.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Epidemiology
- Cardiovascular Disease
Background:
- Professional drivers have a known increased risk of coronary heart disease.
- Common etiological factors link coronary heart disease and stroke.
- Limited research exists on the association between professional driving and stroke.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the risk of stroke among professional drivers.
- To analyze stroke risk across different male and female occupational driving groups.
- To investigate the impact of employment status and industry on stroke risk in drivers.
Main Methods:
- Utilized cohorts of gainfully employed Danes aged 20-59.
- Compared Standardized Hospitalization Ratios (SHR) for stroke across occupational groups.
- Conducted a 10-year follow-up study.
Main Results:
- All male driver groups, except removal men, showed a consistent high risk of stroke.
- The 'All drivers' group had significantly increased stroke risk: SHR=130 for men and SHR=148 for women.
- Even after standardizing for employment status, stroke risks remained statistically significant for male (SHR=114) and female (SHR=130) drivers.
Conclusions:
- Professional driving is linked to a higher incidence of stroke morbidity.
- The findings indicate a significant occupational hazard for professional drivers regarding stroke.
- Further research is warranted to understand and mitigate these risks.