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Thirst at work--an occupational hazard?

I Nygaard1, M Linder

  • 1University of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City 52242, USA.

International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
|January 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Women who limit fluid intake at work to avoid using the toilet face a higher risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs). Modifying workplace behaviors and improving toilet access may reduce UTI incidence in working women.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Urology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common, particularly in women.
  • Workplace voiding habits and behaviors may influence UTI risk.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between workplace voiding habits, fluid intake, and UTI prevalence among female teachers.
  • To identify behavioral factors at work that may predispose women to UTIs.

Main Methods:

  • A survey was administered to 1492 teachers, with 791 (53%) responding.
  • Data collected included voiding frequency, fluid intake during work, and history of UTIs.
  • Statistical analysis controlled for parity, infrequent voiding, and urge incontinence.

Main Results:

  • No association was found between UTI prevalence and the number of voids or infrequent voiding at work.
  • Women who deliberately drank less at work had a 2.21-fold higher risk of UTI compared to those who drank freely.
  • Half of the respondents reported consciously reducing fluid intake to avoid using the toilet during work hours.

Conclusions:

  • Limiting fluid intake at work is associated with an increased risk of UTIs in women.
  • Further research is needed to confirm this link and explore interventions.
  • Public policy may need to address workplace access to toilet facilities to mitigate UTI risk.

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