International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health via MedWorm.com MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health' source. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:40:39 +0100 Experimental exposure of healthy subjects with emissions from a gas metal arc welding process—part II: biomonitoring of chromium and nickel http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5672242&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F34m4325423177316%2F Conclusion  For the biological monitoring of chromium and nickel in urine of subjects exposed to welding fumes, a dependency on exposure dose was seen under standardized conditions after a single exposure over a period of 6 h. Thus, this study contributes to a better understanding of the relationship between ambient and biological exposures from welding fumes and provides a good basis for evaluating future biological threshold values for these metals in welding occupation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0738-8Authors Monika Gube, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Medical Faculty, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyPeter Brand, Institute for Occupational and Social M... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5672242 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:34:03 +0100 5672242 Exposure of healthy subjects with emissions from a gas metal arc welding process: part 1—exposure technique and external exposure http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5672244&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr071545216768964%2F Conclusion  The Aachen Workplace Simulation Laboratory is suitable for controlled exposure studies with human subjects. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0739-7Authors P. Brand, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Medical Faculty, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyP. Havlicek, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Medical Faculty, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyM. Steiners, ISF, Welding and Joining Institute, Aachen University of Technology, Pontstraße 49, 52062 Aachen, GermanyK. Holzinger, ISF, Welding and Joining Institute, Aachen University of Technology, Pontstraße 49, 52062 Aachen, GermanyU. Reisgen, ISF, Welding and Joining Institute, ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5672244 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:34:02 +0100 5672244 Exposure of healthy subjects with emissions from a gas metal arc welding process: part 3—biological effect markers and lung function http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5672243&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa84433886034g111%2F Conclusion  In healthy, young subjects neither changes in spirometry nor changes in inflammatory markers measured in exhaled breath condensate could be detected after short-term exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0740-1Authors P. Brand, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Aachen University of Technology, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyK. Bischof, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Aachen University of Technology, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyL. Siry, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Aachen University of Technology, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyJ. Bertram, Institute for Occupational and Social Medicine, Aachen University of Technology, Pauwelsstr. 3... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5672243 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:34:02 +0100 5672243 Comparison between the first and second versions of the Copenhagen Psychosocial Questionnaire: psychosocial risk factors for a high need for recovery after work http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5663226&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft12vm2137j20j135%2F Conclusions  The results suggested the COPSOQ II to be better predictive than COPSOQ I for a high NFR, but also indicated that ‘degrees of freedom’ should be included into the COPSOQ II when studying the NFR as outcome parameter. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0741-0Authors Philippe Kiss, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Ghent, Drongen, BelgiumMarc De Meester, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Ghent, Drongen, BelgiumAndré Kruse, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Ghent, Drongen, BelgiumBrigitte Chavée, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Ghent, Drongen, BelgiumLutgart Braeckman, Department of Public H... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5663226 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:12:54 +0100 5663226 Lung function decline and blood lead among residents nearby to industrial complex http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5663227&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe3661258252v1u67%2F Conclusions  Even though the decline in FEV1 and FVC with aging was within a normal range, people with smaller height were more vulnerable to the decline of both FEV1 and FVC and especially higher level of BPb was accompanied with larger decline of FVC. Oxidative stress in relation to lead accumulation in adult may contribute to rapid aging of pulmonary function. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0743-yAuthors Yun-Suk Pak, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, School of Public Health and Institute of Health and Environment, Seoul National University, Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 151-742 KoreaAeri Oh, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, School of Public Health and Institute of Health... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5663227 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:47:00 +0100 5663227 Sickness presenteeism is more than an alternative to sickness absence: results from the population-based SLOSH study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642279&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv046017162rp4mhj%2F Conclusions  The results suggest that sickness presenteeism is not, as earlier hypothesised, just an alternative to sickness absence, given a certain level of health or work incapacity. Other, so far unknown explanations for both sickness absence and sickness presenteeism must be sought. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0735-yAuthors Constanze Leineweber, Stress Research Institute, Stockholm University, 106 91 Stockholm, SwedenHugo Westerlund, Stress Research Institute, Stockholm University, 106 91 Stockholm, SwedenJan Hagberg, The Institute of Environmental Medicine (IMM), Karolinska Institutet, 171 77 Stockholm, SwedenPia Svedberg, Division of Insurance Medicine, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska In... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642279 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:33:04 +0100 5642279 Variation in benchmark dose (BMD) and the 95% lower confidence limit of benchmark dose (BMDL) among general Japanese populations with no anthropogenic exposure to cadmium http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642282&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4737653757514843%2F Conclusions  Even when the analysis was conducted in a single nation, both BMD and BMDL for the Cd effect markers varied by ca. fourfold when examining α1-MG or β2-MG and the values varied by ca. sevenfold for NAG among Cd-non-exposed populations. The most influential factors in the study population may include urine density and Cd levels in the urine. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0734-zAuthors Sonoko Sakuragi, Kyoto Industrial Health Association (Mibu Office), 4-1 Mibu-Shujaku-cho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, 604-8871 JapanKen Takahashi, Department of Environmental Epidemiology, Institute of Industrial Ecological Sciences, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, 1-1 Iseigaoka, Yahatanishi-ku, Kitakyushu,... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642282 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:33:03 +0100 5642282 Is work engagement related to work ability beyond working conditions and lifestyle factors? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642281&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc02622516296818g%2F Conclusions  Work engagement was significantly associated with work ability even after adjusting for various factors, indicating its importance in promoting work ability. Other key factors for good work ability were frequent exercise, good sleep, non-smoking, low job demands, low physical workload, and high task resources. More specifically, this study suggests that in maintaining work ability, it is valuable not only to promote lifestyle factors or working conditions, but also to enhance employees’ positive state of work engagement. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0732-1Authors Auli Airila, Department of Social Research, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, FinlandJari Hakanen, Finnish Institute of Occupational ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642281 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:33:03 +0100 5642281 Worrying exposure to trace elements in the population of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5642280&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl66197722050j014%2F Conclusions  This study provides the first biomonitoring database in the population of Kinshasa, revealing elevated levels for most urinary TE as compared to other databases. Toxicologically relevant elements such as Al, As, Cd, Pb, and Hg reach levels of public health concern. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0733-0Authors J. Tuakuila, Environmental Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Université de Kinshasa, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of CongoD. Lison, Louvain Center for Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology (LTAP), Université catholique de Louvain, Avenue E. Mounier 53, box 52.02.12, 1200 Brussels, BelgiumA.-C. Lantin, Louvain Center for Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology (LTAP), Université catholique de Louvain... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5642280 Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:33:03 +0100 5642280 The good character at work: an initial study on the contribution of character strengths in identifying healthy and unhealthy work-related behavior and experience patterns http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5623514&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv133n4157jt1j70h%2F Conclusions  The study underlines the relevance of character strengths in work settings and suggests that interventions based on character strengths could substantiate interventions already existing at the workplace in order to enhance positive work outcomes further (e.g., work satisfaction, engagement). Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0736-xAuthors F. Gander, Section on Personality and Assessment, Department of Psychology, University of Zurich, Binzmühlestrasse 14/7, 8050 Zurich, SwitzerlandR. T. Proyer, Section on Personality and Assessment, Department of Psychology, University of Zurich, Binzmühlestrasse 14/7, 8050 Zurich, SwitzerlandW. Ruch, Section on Personality and Assessment, Department of Psychology, Un... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5623514 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 07:07:46 +0100 5623514 Blood cadmium and moderate-to-severe glomerular dysfunction in Korean adults: analysis of KNHANES 2005–2008 data http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5615343&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F2885926j1x122513%2F Conclusions  These findings support the consideration of Cd as a risk factor for glomerular dysfunction in the female population. Furthermore, environmental heavy metal monitoring and an institutional strategy should be implemented to reduce Cd exposure in the general population. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-012-0737-9Authors Jun-Pyo Myong, Graduate School of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of KoreaHyoung-Ryoul Kim, Department of Preventive Medicine and Catholic Industrial Medical Center, The Catholic University of Korea, College of Medicine, 505 BanPo-dong Seocho-gu, Seoul, 137-701 Republic of KoreaDean Baker, Center for Occupational and Environmental Health, University of California, Ir... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5615343 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:59:34 +0100 5615343 Atypical work schedules are associated with poor sleep quality and mental health in Taiwan female nurses http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5566910&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm32t24367qnl6433%2F Conclusion  Female nurses who have a rotation shift work schedule tend to experience poor sleep quality and mental health, but their sleep quality and mental health improve if they have ≥2 days off after their most recent night shifts. This empirical information is useful for optimizing work schedules for nurses. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0730-8Authors Pei-Chen Lin, Graduate Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, TaiwanChung-Hey Chen, Institute of Allied Health Sciences and Department of Nursing, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, TaiwanShung-Mei Pan, Department of Nursing, Kaohsiung Municipal Ta-Tung Hospital, Kaohsiung, TaiwanChih-Hong Pan, Institut... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5566910 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:09:24 +0100 5566910 Mental health and patterns of work-related coping behaviour in a German sample of student teachers: a cross-sectional study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5555948&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F054871262j473l17%2F Conclusions  Our data indicate a problematic stress level for student teachers in the second training phase (high exposure to health risks and unfavourable coping styles). Since teaching is clearly an extremely demanding job, it is vital that teacher training systems contribute towards protecting the health of teachers by focusing on fostering healthy personal attitudes and equipping young teachers with coping styles and skills that will better prepare them for the challenges facing them in their daily work. Self-care health management should also be part of the teacher training curriculum. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0731-7Authors Linda Zimmermann, Department of Medical Psychology and Medical Sociology, Uni... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5555948 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:51:54 +0100 5555948 Absenteeism due to voice disorders in female teachers: a public health problem http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5541515&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy36645j635u00042%2F Conclusions  The results encourage new approaches to the problems of absenteeism in the educational sector and contribute to addressing the weaknesses of economic and administrative approaches to the phenomenon. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0729-1Authors Adriane Mesquita de Medeiros, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Alfredo Balena, 190/705, Belo Horizonte, MG 30310-100, BrazilAda Ávila Assunção, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFMG, Av. Alfredo Balena, 190/705, Belo Horizonte, MG 30310-100, BrazilSandhi Maria Barreto, Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Federal University of Minas Gerais, UFM... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5541515 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 12:51:09 +0100 5541515 Measuring short-term and long-term physiological stress effects by cortisol reactivity in saliva and hair http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5530981&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm2tl028765551078%2F Conclusions  Short-term and long-term physiological stress excretion levels are moderately associated. Physiological stress effects assessed from saliva and hair cannot be used interchangeably with self-reported stress because they only correlate weakly. To better predict long-term cortisol excretion in workers, the predictive value of short-term cortisol excretion must be evaluated in a prognostic longitudinal study in a working population. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-4DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0727-3Authors Berry J. van Holland, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsMonique H. W. Frings-Dresen, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5530981 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:52:08 +0100 5530981 Associations between psychosocial work environment and hypertension among non-Western immigrant and Danish cleaners http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5519360&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ffq2651208h178502%2F Conclusions  Psychosocial work factors were associated with hypertension among Danes, but not among non-Western immigrants. This divergent association between psychosocial work environment and hypertension between Danes and non-Western immigrant cleaners may be explained by different perceptions of psychosocial work environment. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0728-2Authors Kasper Olesen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkIsabella G. Carneiro, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkMarie B. Jørgensen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhag... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5519360 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:56:27 +0100 5519360 Job stress and job satisfaction of physicians in private practice: comparison of German and Norwegian physicians http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5499736&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl563384001785654%2F Conclusions  Job satisfaction and reward were significantly higher in Norwegian than in German physicians. An almost threefold higher proportion of German physicians exhibited a high level of work-related stress. Findings call for active prevention and health promotion among stressed practicing physicians, with a special focus on improved working conditions. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0725-5Authors Edgar Voltmer, Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences, Friedensau Adventist University, An der Ihle 19, 39291 Friedensau, GermanyJudith Rosta, The Research Institute of the Norwegian Medical Association, P.O.B. 1152 Sentrum, 0107 Oslo, NorwayJohannes Siegrist, Department of Medical Sociology, University of D... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5499736 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:55:36 +0100 5499736 A weight-of-evidence review of colorectal cancer in pesticide applicators: the agricultural health study and other epidemiologic studies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5499737&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp6364411n2q8g864%2F Conclusion  The available epidemiologic evidence does not support a causal relationship between occupation as a pesticide applicator or specific pesticide exposures and colon or rectal cancer. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ReviewPages 1-31DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0723-7Authors Dominik D. Alexander, Exponent Inc, Health Sciences Practice, 525 W Monroe St., Suite 1050, Chicago, IL 60661, USADouglas L. Weed, DLW Consulting Services, LLC, Salt Lake City, UT, USAPamela J. Mink, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, USAMeghan E. Mitchell, New York, NY, USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5499737 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 17:08:38 +0100 5499737 Evaluation of genotoxic effects of lead in pottery-glaze workers using micronucleus assay, alkaline comet assay and DNA diffusion assay http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5499738&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fbm850318641p0167%2F Conclusions  In this study, DNA diffusion and micronucleus test showed higher influence of tested parameters to DNA damage. The results indicate a need for concomitant use of at least two different biomarkers of exposure when estimating a genetic risk of lead exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0726-4Authors V. Kašuba, Mutagenesis Unit, Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health, Ksaverska c. 2, HR 10000 Zagreb, CroatiaR. Rozgaj, Mutagenesis Unit, Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health, Ksaverska c. 2, HR 10000 Zagreb, CroatiaM. Milić, Mutagenesis Unit, Institute for Medical Research and Occupational Health, Ksaverska c. 2, HR 10000 Zagreb, CroatiaD. Želježić, Mutagenesis Uni... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5499738 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:24:19 +0100 5499738 The relationship between immigration and mental health: what is the role of workplace psychosocial factors http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5481574&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Frr5413261326k627%2F Conclusions  Differences in mental health between exposed and non-exposed wage earners, whether immigrant or native workers, indicate the importance of taking action to reduce psychosocial factors, as this would benefit both native and immigrant workers. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0724-6Authors Ariadna Font, Union Institute of Work, Environment and Health (ISTAS), Via Laietana, 16, 6a., 08003 Barcelona, SpainSalvador Moncada, Union Institute of Work, Environment and Health (ISTAS), Via Laietana, 16, 6a., 08003 Barcelona, SpainFernando G. Benavides, Center for Research in Occupational Health, Pompeu Fabra University, Barcelona, Spain Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthO... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5481574 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 18:09:20 +0100 5481574 Factors associated with the ability and willingness to continue working until the age of 65 in construction workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5452923&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F02542ql35mlqv272%2F Conclusion  In addition to physical job demands, psychosocial job characteristics play a significant role in both the ability and willingness to continue working until the age of 65 in construction workers. Moreover, preventing musculoskeletal complaints may support the ability and willingness to continue working, whereas preventing emotional exhaustion is relevant for the ability to continue working. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0719-3Authors Karen M. Oude Hengel, Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research TNO, P.O. Box 718, 2130 AS Hoofddorp, The NetherlandsBirgitte M. Blatter, Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research TNO, P.O. Box 718, 2130 AS Hoofddorp, The NetherlandsGoedele A... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5452923 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:01:36 +0100 5452923 The recognition of occupational diseases attributed to heavy workloads: experiences in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5452924&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff25808tk16361672%2F Conclusion  Findings of this study suggested that reducing working hours alone is unlikely to reduce the problems of work stress. There is an urgent need to monitor and regulate a wider range of psychosocial work hazards. Especially, precarious employment and its associated health risks should be targeted for effective prevention of stress-related health problems in the workplace. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0722-8Authors Yawen Cheng, Institute of Health Policy and Management, College of Public Health, National Taiwan University, 17 Xu-Zhou Rd., Taipei, TaiwanJungsun Park, Department of Occupational Health, Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency, Incheon, South KoreaYangho Kim, Department of Occupational a... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5452924 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 18:01:35 +0100 5452924 Can labour contract differences in health and work-related attitudes be explained by quality of working life and job insecurity? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5446265&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7703703813mjn468%2F Conclusions  Especially agency workers have a lower health status and worse work-related attitudes. Job redesign measures regarding their quality of working life and job insecurity are recommended. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0718-4Authors Alfred F. Wagenaar, Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Behavioural Science Institute, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 9104, 6500 HE Nijmegen, The NetherlandsMichiel A. J. Kompier, Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Behavioural Science Institute, Radboud University Nijmegen, P.O. Box 9104, 6500 HE Nijmegen, The NetherlandsIrene L. D. Houtman, TNO, Hoofddorp, The NetherlandsSeth van den Bossche, TNO, Hoofddorp, The NetherlandsPeter Smulders, ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5446265 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:07:47 +0100 5446265 Which subgroups of fire fighters are more prone to work-related diminished health requirements? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5446264&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp2r13t1225mm761k%2F Conclusions  Subgroups (gender, professionalism and age) of fire fighters are prone to at least one specific work-related diminished health requirement. Therefore, parts of the WHS could be applied with more attention to these high-risk groups. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0720-xAuthors Marie-Christine J. Plat, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsMonique H. W. Frings-Dresen, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsJudith K. Sluiter, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5446264 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:07:47 +0100 5446264 Too little appreciation for great expenditure? Workload and resources in ICUs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5426755&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp372w07k20w86654%2F Conclusions  Our study demonstrates the high job strain in an ICU, largely independent of the professional group. Noteworthy, a high effort–reward imbalance was found that stands in positive relation to adverse health effects (anxiety, depression, and general mental health). As a consequence, necessary interventions like stress management, supervision, and communication trainings should consider ward-specific conditions of employment rather than professional affiliation. After these interventions, a follow-up study will be performed to examine beneficial effects on job strain and health. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0721-9Authors Stefanie Jasper, Department of Psychosomatics and Psychotherapy, OE 7160, Hanno... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5426755 Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:58:45 +0100 5426755 High effectiveness of pandemic influenza A (H1N1) vaccination in healthcare workers from a Portuguese hospital http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5394356&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy26363p361760478%2F Conclusion  Vaccination reduced the pH1N1 infection risk considerably. The pandemic plan to contain the pH1N1 infection was successful. Nurses had the highest risk of pH1N1 infection and are therefore a target group for vaccination measures. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0714-8Authors José Torres Costa, Occupational Health Division, S. João Hospital, EPE, Porto, PortugalRui Silva, Occupational Health Division, S. João Hospital, EPE, Porto, PortugalMargarida Tavares, Medical School, Oporto University, Porto, PortugalAlbert Nienhaus, University Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf, Institute for Health Service Research in Dermatology and Nursing, Martinistraße 52, 20246 Hamburg, Germany Journal International ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5394356 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:52:19 +0100 5394356 Neuromotor function in ship welders after cessation of manganese exposure http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371822&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5442064k0685011l%2F Conclusions  In the present study of welders with previous welding fume exposure, former welders and referents performed similarly in most of the neurobehavioral tests. Previous adverse effects on the neuromotor system might have ceased, and decreased neuromotor function due to normal aging processes in both groups might have disguised any slight effect of previous Mn exposure. The poorer performance in the grooved pegboard test among welders may indicate an adverse effect on motor function of long-term exposure to Mn, but this finding has to be confirmed by other studies. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0716-6Authors Gunilla Wastensson, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Sahlgrenska Universi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371822 Sat, 29 Oct 2011 05:50:29 +0100 5371822 Simulation of urinary excretion of 1-hydroxypyrene in various scenarios of exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons with a generic, cross-chemical predictive PBTK-model http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371823&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl840203k0164lk2l%2F Conclusions  It appeared that urinary excretion of pyrene and pyrene-metabolites in humans is predictable with the PBTK-model. The model outcomes have a satisfying accuracy for early testing, in so-called 1st tier simulations and in range finding. This newly developed generic PBTK-model IndusChemFate is a tool that can be used to do early explorations of the significance of uptake of pyrene in the human body following industrial or environmental exposure scenarios. And it can be used to optimize the sampling time and urine sampling frequency of a biomonitoring program. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0713-9Authors Frans Jongeneelen, IndusTox Consult, Universitair Bedrijven Centrum, Toernooiveld 100, 6525 EC, Nijm... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371823 Sat, 29 Oct 2011 05:50:28 +0100 5371823 The relative contribution of work exposure, leisure time exposure, and individual characteristics in the onset of arm–wrist–hand and neck–shoulder symptoms among office workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371825&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff352n31v51184131%2F Conclusion  Preventive interventions at the population level should be aimed at changing modifiable risk factors with large PAFs. At the individual level, preventive interventions should be aimed at changing multiple modifiable risk factors simultaneously. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-16DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0717-5Authors Maaike A. Huysmans, Department of Public and Occupational Health, EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University Medical Center, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT Amsterdam, The NetherlandsStefan IJmker, Department of Public and Occupational Health, EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University Medical Center, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT Amsterdam, The NetherlandsBirgitte M. Blatter, B... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371825 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:11:27 +0100 5371825 Working conditions of female part-time and full-time teachers in relation to health status http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371824&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp0036144678r662p%2F Conclusion  Part-time and full-time employment status did not appear to influence health in the teaching profession. Although there are differences in quantitative working demands, while the health status does not differ between both teacher groups. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0715-7Authors Reingard Seibt, Faculty of Medicine Carl Gustav Carus, Institute and Clinic of Occupational and Social Medicine, Technische Universität Dresden (TUD), Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, GermanyAnnerose Matz, Faculty of Medicine Carl Gustav Carus, Institute and Clinic of Occupational and Social Medicine, Technische Universität Dresden (TUD), Fetscherstraße 74, 01307 Dresden, GermanyJanice Hegewald, Faculty of Medicine Carl... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371824 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:11:27 +0100 5371824 Burnout and effort–reward imbalance improvement for teachers by a manual-based group program http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371826&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7027046567176821%2F Conclusion  Teachers’ occupational stress level may be decreased by taking part in a short manual-based psychological group intervention that focuses on more effective handling of interpersonal problems in school. Therefore, teachers should receive support and guidance in developing the appropriate skills necessary to cope with stress appropriately. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0712-xAuthors Thomas Unterbrink, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Freiburg University Medical School, Hauptstrasse. 8, 79104 Freiburg, GermanyRuth Pfeifer, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, Freiburg University Medical School, Hauptstrasse. 8, 79104 Freiburg, GermanyLorena Krippeit, Department... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371826 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:11:26 +0100 5371826 Longitudinal evidence for the association between work-related physical exposures and neck and/or shoulder complaints: a systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5371827&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn53051g116668360%2F Conclusions  This analysis of longitudinal studies allowed for new evidence with regard to four cause-effect chains between physical exposures at work and the development of shoulder, neck and neck/shoulder complaints. As outcome variables varied greatly among the included studies, harmonization in studies on musculoskeletal research is desirable. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Review ArticlePages 1-17DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0701-0Authors Julia Mayer, Medical Faculty, Institute of Occupational and Social Medicine, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstrasse 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyThomas Kraus, Medical Faculty, Institute of Occupational and Social Medicine, RWTH Aachen University, Pauwelsstrasse 30, 52074 Aachen, GermanyElke Ochsmann, Medical Faculty, Institute of O... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5371827 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:11:23 +0100 5371827 A cross-sectional study of psychosocial work environment and stress in the Danish symphony orchestras http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5341883&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw7038827005l0375%2F Conclusions  The findings indicate a more demanding psychosocial work environment exposure among symphony orchestra musicians than among Danish workers in general. Critical results are the relatively high work demands, low influence, and low social support, females being of higher risk than males. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0710-zAuthors Gitte Juel Holst, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Odense University Hospital, Odense, DenmarkHelene M. Paarup, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Odense University Hospital, Odense, DenmarkJesper Baelum, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark Journal International Arc... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5341883 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 15:44:38 +0100 5341883 The effects of metallothionein 2A polymorphism on lead metabolism: are pregnant women with a heterozygote genotype for metallothionein 2A polymorphism and their newborns at risk of having higher blood lead levels? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5341884&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl3q2407815567h2k%2F Conclusion  This study suggests that pregnant women with AG genotype for MT2A polymorphism might have high blood lead levels and their newborns may be at risk of low-level cord blood lead variation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0711-yAuthors Deniz Tekin, Institute of Forensic Sciences, Ankara University, Dikimevi, 06590 Ankara, TurkeyZeliha Kayaaltı, Institute of Forensic Sciences, Ankara University, Dikimevi, 06590 Ankara, TurkeyTülin Söylemezoğlu, Institute of Forensic Sciences, Ankara University, Dikimevi, 06590 Ankara, Turkey Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmen... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5341884 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 05:45:01 +0100 5341884 On-site screening of farming-induced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with the use of an electronic mini-spirometer: results of a pilot study in Brittany, France http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5319979&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq4tm210764rt36v3%2F Conclusions  The EMS was a convenient mean of screening for bronchial obstruction, especially in on-site settings, and allowed us to diagnose FI-COPD in a non-spontaneously complaining dairy farmer population. Foddering was considered a significant risk factor. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0708-6Authors Stephane Jouneau, Respiratory Department, Pontchaillou Hospital, Rennes 1 University, 2 Rue Henri Le Guilloux, 35033 Rennes, FranceArnaud Boché, Respiratory Department, Pontchaillou Hospital, Rennes 1 University, 2 Rue Henri Le Guilloux, 35033 Rennes, FranceGraziella Brinchault, Respiratory Department, Pontchaillou Hospital, Rennes 1 University, 2 Rue Henri Le Guilloux, 35033 Rennes, FranceKristina Fekete, Respir... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5319979 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:51:01 +0100 5319979 A prospective cohort study on musculoskeletal risk factors for long-term sickness absence among healthcare workers in eldercare http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5319980&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F878305u27q1473xl%2F Conclusion  Musculoskeletal pain is a risk factor for LTSA among healthcare workers. Future research among healthcare workers in eldercare should include the management of neck/shoulder and knee pain in addition to the management of back pain. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0709-5Authors Lars L. Andersen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkalle 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkThomas Clausen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkalle 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkOle S. Mortensen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkalle 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkHermann Burr, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkalle 10... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5319980 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 05:50:59 +0100 5319980 Acute effects of mechanical shocks on finger blood flow: influence of shock repetition rate and shock magnitude http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5291282&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fuk5v0674t26tu360%2F Conclusions  For shocks similar to those based on 125-Hz oscillations with repetition rates between 1.3 and 83.3 s−1, acute reductions in finger blood flow can be predicted from the rms acceleration. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0704-xAuthors Ying Ye, Human Factors Research Unit, Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, University of Southampton, Southampton, SO17 1BJ UKMarcella Mauro, Clinical Unit of Occupational Medicine, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences, Trieste General Hospitals, University of Trieste, Trieste, 34129 ItalyMassimo Bovenzi, Clinical Unit of Occupational Medicine, Department of Medicine, Surgery and Health Sciences, Trieste General Hospitals, University of Trieste, T... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5291282 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 05:47:08 +0100 5291282 Biological reference values for chemical compounds in the work area (BARs): an approach for evaluating biomonitoring data http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279877&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F47810047414u0116%2F Abstract  Biological monitoring is a routine method that has been applied in occupational medical practice for many years. A requirement for its application is the availability of criteria suitable for evaluating biomonitoring data. Health-based threshold values are particularly useful as a criterion, yet only for substances for which effect thresholds can reliably be determined. For substances for which the concept of health-based threshold values is not applicable, the Working Group Setting of Threshold Limit Values in Biological Materials of the DFG Commission for the Investigation of Health Hazards of Chemical Compounds in the Work Area has recently established “Biologische Arbeitsstoff-Referenzwerte” (BARs, Biological Reference Values for Chemical Compounds in the W... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279877 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 06:32:24 +0100 5279877 A time-stratified case-crossover study of fine particulate matter air pollution and mortality in Guangzhou, China http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279876&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc485674v0474427n%2F Conclusions  Our findings provided new information for the adverse health effects of PM2.5 in China, and may have some implications for environmental policy making and standard setting in Guangzhou. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0707-7Authors Chunxue Yang, School of Public Health, Key Lab of Public Health Safety of the Ministry of Education, Fudan University, Shanghai, ChinaXiaowu Peng, South China Institute of Environmental Sciences (SCIES), Ministry of Environmental Protection (MEP), Guangzhou, 510655 ChinaWei Huang, Center for Environment and Health, Peking University, Beijing, ChinaRenjie Chen, School of Public Health, Key Lab of Public Health Safety of the Ministry of Education, Fudan University, Shanghai, Chi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279876 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 06:32:24 +0100 5279876 Depressive symptoms in junior doctors: a follow-up study on work-related determinants http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279878&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F44m618lw2257h18r%2F Conclusions  After controlling for demographic and working time influences, findings suggest that junior doctors’ perceived job autonomy is negatively associated with future depressive symptoms. Enhancing job control emerges as a promising strategy to lower the risk of depression during first years of professional practice. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0706-8Authors Matthias Weigl, Institute and Outpatient Clinic for Occupational, Social, and Environmental Medicine, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Ziemssenstr. 1, 80336 Munich, GermanySeverin Hornung, Department of Management and Marketing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong, SAR, ChinaRaluca Petru, Institute and Outpatient Clinic for Occupa... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279878 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:19:25 +0100 5279878 Do work ability and job involvement channel later personal goals in retirement? An 11-year follow-up study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279879&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fxh06r6tu668380t4%2F Conclusions  The preceding work ability and job involvement seem to channel personal goal pursuit in retirement. Thus, sustaining employees’ work ability and job involvement are not only essential for developing employees’ ability to cope with work demands but also for their functional capacity in their later stages of life, such as in retirement. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0705-9Authors Taru Feldt, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandKatriina Hyvönen, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandTerhi Oja-Lipasti, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandUlla Kinnunen, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandKatariina Salmela-Aro, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, Finland... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279879 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 05:47:44 +0100 5279879 The prevalence of chronic psychological complaints and emotional exhaustion among overweight and obese workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5279880&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq85075v11736286t%2F Conclusion  Considering the proportion of obese workers that also suffers from psychological co-morbidities, interventions targeting obesity should take this into account. As weight-related stigma may play a role in the risk for mental health problems among obese workers, future longitudinal research on the mechanisms for the relation between overweight and mental health problems are recommended. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0703-yAuthors Karin I. Proper, Centre for Prevention and Health Services Research, National Institute for Public Health and the Environment, P.O. Box 1, 3720 BA Bilthoven, The NetherlandsLando L. J. Koppes, TNO, Division Work and Employment, Hoofddorp, The NetherlandsMarianne H. J. van Zwie... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5279880 Tue, 27 Sep 2011 05:45:54 +0100 5279880 Analysis of occupational stress in a high fashion clothing factory with upper limb biomechanical overload http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5255998&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy043861g617vqn90%2F Conclusion  Occupational stress resulted partially in line with biomechanical risk factors; however, the perception of low decision latitude seems to play a major role in determining job strain. Interactions between physical and psychological factors cannot be demonstrated. Anyway, simultaneous long-term monitoring of occupational stress features and biomechanical overload could guide workplace interventions aimed at reducing the risk of adverse health effects. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0702-zAuthors Laura Forcella, Occupational Health Unit, University “G. d’Annunzio” of Chieti-Pescara, Chieti, ItalyRoberta Bonfiglioli, Section of Occupational Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Geriatrics and N... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5255998 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 05:45:33 +0100 5255998 Inventory of the chemicals and the exposure of the workers’ skin to these at two leather factories in Indonesia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5255999&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F83p38610n0259r64%2F Conclusion  We observed a high frequency and prolonged exposure to many skin hazardous factors in tannery work although PPE was relatively easily available and which was generally used as a secondary preventative measure. The observed point-prevalence in this study was at the same level as that reported for other high-risk OSDs in Western countries and other tanneries in NICs. However, the observed point-prevalence in this study was lower than that reported in India and Korea. The results of our study and those of other studies at tanneries from other NICs were probably influenced by Healthy Worker Survivor Effect (HWSE). Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0700-1Authors Sri Awalia Febriana, Department of Dermatolog... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5255999 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 05:56:20 +0100 5255999 High pesticide exposure events and central nervous system function among pesticide applicators in the Agricultural Health Study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5244498&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F1753l232wrx71g21%2F Conclusions  One or more HPEE may contribute to adverse CNS outcomes independent of diagnosed pesticide poisoning. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0694-8Authors Sarah E. Starks, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, University of Iowa, University of Iowa Research Park, 140 IREH, Iowa City, IA 52242-5000, USAFred Gerr, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, University of Iowa, University of Iowa Research Park, 140 IREH, Iowa City, IA 52242-5000, USAFreya Kamel, Epidemiology Branch, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, NIH, MD A3-05, PO Box 12233, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, USACharles F. Lynch, Department of Epidemiology, University of Iowa, C21-L GH, Iowa City, IA 522... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5244498 Sat, 17 Sep 2011 06:45:01 +0100 5244498 Response to the letter to the editor entitled “Regarding long-term lead elimination from plasma and whole blood after poisoning” http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189564&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu2813218146456m2%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorPages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0697-5Authors G. Rentschler, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, 221 85 Lund, SwedenK. Broberg, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, 221 85 Lund, SwedenT. Lundh, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, 221 85 Lund, SwedenS. Skerfving, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, 221 85 Lund, Sweden Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189564 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:56:48 +0100 5189564 Multivariate, longitudinal analysis of the impact of changes in office work environments on surface electromyography measures http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189565&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ft04j43n305021j65%2F Conclusion  Longitudinal analysis with multivariate models can detect the impacts of changes in environment and interface exposures on EMG measures among office workers. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0696-6Authors D. C. Cole, Institute for Work and Health, Toronto, ON, CanadaC. Chen, Institute for Work and Health, Toronto, ON, CanadaS. Hogg-Johnson, Institute for Work and Health, Toronto, ON, CanadaD. Van Eerd, Institute for Work and Health, Toronto, ON, CanadaA. Mazumder, Department of Statistics, University of Oxford, Oxford, UKR. P. Wells, Institute for Work and Health, Toronto, ON, CanadaWorksite Upper Extremity Research Group Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnlin... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189565 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:56:46 +0100 5189565 Regarding “Long-term lead elimination from plasma and whole blood after poisoning” http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5189566&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm6851u775877322w%2F Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorPages 1-1DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0698-4Authors Hossein Sanaei-Zadeh, Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Hazrat Rasoul Akram Hospital, Niayesh Street, Sattar-Khan Ave., 1445613131 Tehran, Iran Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5189566 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:57:28 +0100 5189566 Prevalence of and risk factors for subjective symptoms in urban preschool children without a cause identified by the guardian http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5167486&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu55qp782552t8810%2F Conclusions  The prevalence of SSWICG was relatively high. Possible risk factors include indoor furnishing materials, allergy, traffic pollution and kindergarten environmental pollution. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0693-9Authors Bing-Ling Wang, Department of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Nanjing Medical University, No.140 HanZhong Rd., Nanjing, 210029 ChinaXi-Ling Li, Institute of Child Health Care, Nanjing Maternity and Child Health Care Hospital, No. 123 Tianfeixiang, Nanjing, 210004 ChinaXiao-Bo Xu, Department of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Nanjing Medical University, No.140 HanZhong Rd., Nanjing, 210029 ChinaYong-Gang Sun... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5167486 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:04:11 +0100 5167486 Evaluating chromosomal damage in workers exposed to hexavalent chromium and the modulating role of polymorphisms of DNA repair genes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5153129&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F418883842143166j%2F Conclusions  Although no apparent increase in chromosomal damage was recorded in chromium-exposed welders in comparison with controls, genetic make-up in DNA repair genes may increase susceptibility toward adverse effect of chromium. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0684-xAuthors Erika Halasova, Department of Medical Biology, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, Mala Hora 4, 03645 Martin, SlovakiaTatiana Matakova, Department of Medical Biochemistry, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, Martin, SlovakiaLudovit Musak, Department of Medical Biology, Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, Mala Hora 4, 03645 ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5153129 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 15:52:45 +0100 5153129 Work-related allergy in medical doctors: atopy, exposure to domestic animals, eczema induced by common chemicals and membership of the surgical profession as potential risk factors http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5153130&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F63012l64w622x686%2F Conclusions  Personal history of atopy and eczema induced by common goods and the history of keeping domestic animals may be predictors of work-related allergy-like symptoms in doctors. After graduation from medical school, physicians start with exposure to various allergens and irritants at work, which relate to work-related allergy-like symptoms, especially for surgeons. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0682-zAuthors Hitomi Kanayama, Department of Environmental Health, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, 23-3 Matsuokashimoaizuki, Eiheiji-cho, Yoshida-gun, Fukui, 910-1193 JapanKazuhiro Sato, Department of Environmental Health, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, 23-3 Matsuokashimoaizuki... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5153130 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 06:40:46 +0100 5153130 Client-related work tasks and meaning of work: results from a longitudinal study among eldercare workers in Denmark http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5153131&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl20844825u683171%2F Conclusion  This study indicates that to enhance the experience of meaning of work among eldercare workers, improvements of the relational aspects of care work, i.e. the possibilities to talk, socialize, and involve the elderly in the care provision, should be considered. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Original ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0692-xAuthors Pernille Tufte, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, DenmarkThomas Clausen, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen Ø, DenmarkKirsten Nabe-Nielsen, Section of Social Medicine, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, 1014 Copenhagen, Denmark ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5153131 Fri, 19 Aug 2011 06:40:44 +0100 5153131 Relationship between indium exposure and oxidative damage in workers in indium tin oxide production plants http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5129308&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy17l653033687t04%2F Conclusion  The present study indicates a significant elevating trend of SP-A and SP-D levels in ITO-manufacturing workers, which are sensitive markers of interstitial lung disease. Though the indium exposure is not directly linked to all indicators of oxidative DNA damage, the ITO-manufacturing workplace is suggested to be related to oxidative DNA damage for the workers in the current study. Therefore, in addition to the indium exposure, there might be other occupational hazards in the ITO workplace to cause oxidative damage. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0688-6Authors Hung-Hsin Liu, School of Occupational Safety and Health, Chung Shan Medical University, Taichung, TaiwanChang-Yun Chen, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, Cou... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5129308 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 06:56:24 +0100 5129308 The association between psychosocial work environment, attitudes towards older workers (ageism) and planned retirement http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5123600&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F12g5x3034g113778%2F Conclusion  Ageism, lack of recognition and lack of development possibilities are associated with older male workers’ retirement plans in our analyses. Workability has the strongest association with retirement plans for both genders. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0689-5Authors Sannie Thorsen, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkReiner Rugulies, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkKatja Løngaard, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkVilhelm Borg, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø parkallé 105, 2100 Copenha... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5123600 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 15:48:42 +0100 5123600 Bi-linear dose–response relationship in general populations with low-level cadmium exposures in non-polluted areas in Japan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5115384&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk16285252571l141%2F Conclusions  When the present observation of bilinear relation at low Cd exposure levels was combined with the previous observation of very sharp increase in responses among heavily exposed cases, it appeared likely that the overall relationship is tri-phasic in Cd dose–response relationship in humans. A substantial fraction (>5%) of the populations had the marker levels in excess of the 95%-tile values when Cd was ≥2 μg/l. Comparison with findings in reported literature suggests that the presence of such cases by itself may not necessarily mean a risk of tubular dysfunction and that other factors including Cd levels in urine should be considered together. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0691-yAuthors Masayuki Ikeda, Kyoto ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5115384 Sat, 06 Aug 2011 05:47:09 +0100 5115384 Loads of housework? Biomechanical assessments of the upper limbs in women performing common household tasks http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5105581&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv8433426240u183m%2F Conclusions  Housework commonly entails light–moderate biomechanical loads that nevertheless could conceivably contribute to the genesis/worsening of musculoskeletal disorders. Biomechanical loads experienced by women during housework deserve greater consideration in epidemiologic studies of musculoskeletal disorders. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0690-zAuthors Pietro Apostoli, Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale ed Applicata, Medicina del Lavoro e Igiene Industriale, Università degli Studi di Brescia, Brescia, ItalyEmma Sala, Dipartimento di Medicina Sperimentale ed Applicata, Medicina del Lavoro e Igiene Industriale, Università degli Studi di Brescia, Brescia, ItalyStefania Curti, Sezione di Medicina del Lavoro, Dipartimento di M... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5105581 Thu, 04 Aug 2011 15:41:27 +0100 5105581 (2-Methoxyethoxy)acetic acid: a urinary biomarker of exposure for jet fuel JP-8 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5101710&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx33h359p0364j410%2F Conclusion  This study demonstrated that urinary MEAA can be used as an accurate biomarker of exposure for JP-8 workers and clearly distinguished the differences in JP-8 exposure by workgroup category. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0687-7Authors Clayton B’Hymer, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Division of Applied Research and Technology, Taft Laboratory, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USAPatricia Mathias, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Division of Applied Research and Technology, Taft Laboratory, 467... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5101710 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 05:53:45 +0100 5101710 Mortality in a Chinese chrysotile miner cohort http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5074909&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr127m5878461t737%2F Conclusion  The results suggested excessive cause-specific mortality, in particular from lung cancer and respiratory diseases, in the cohort, which was associated with exposure to chrysotile asbestos. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0685-9Authors Xiaorong Wang, School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 4/F School of Public Health, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong SAR, ChinaSihao Lin, School of Public Health and Primary Care, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 4/F School of Public Health, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong SAR, ChinaEiji Yano, Department of Hygiene and Public Health, Teikyo University, School of Medicine, Tokyo, JapanHong Qiu, School of Public Health and ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5074909 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:48:33 +0100 5074909 Association of cardio-ankle vascular index with physical fitness and cognitive symptoms in aging Finnish firefighters http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5074910&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F580415478p538162%2F Conclusions  Among firefighters, the decrease in aerobic fitness predicts increased arterial stiffness. The speed of the age-related decline in maximal oxygen consumption is as important as absolute level. Against expectations, the cognitive function did not correlate with vascular health parameters. The cognitive symptoms, however, were only mild. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0681-0Authors H. Lindholm, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Topeliuksenkatu 41a A, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandA. Punakallio, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Topeliuksenkatu 41a A, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandS. Lusa, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Topeliuksenkatu 41a A, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandM. Sainio, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5074910 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 05:47:40 +0100 5074910 Occupational exposures to asbestos, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and solvents, and cancers of the oral cavity and pharynx: a quantitative literature review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5060806&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fct78x628504516q7%2F Conclusions  Future investigations should overcome common weaknesses of past studies, in terms of sample size, characterization of exposure, and classification of cancer sites. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0683-yAuthors Sophie Paget-Bailly, Inserm UMRS 1018, CESP, Epidemiology of Occupational and Social Determinants of Health, Centre for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health, 15/16, avenue Paul Vaillant Couturier, 94807 Villejuif, FranceDiane Cyr, Inserm UMRS 1018, CESP, Epidemiology of Occupational and Social Determinants of Health, Centre for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health, 15/16, avenue Paul Vaillant Couturier, 94807 Villejuif, FranceDanièle Luce, Inserm UMRS 1018, CESP, Epidemiology of Occupational and Soci... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5060806 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:01:47 +0100 5060806 Effect of exposure to detergents and other chemicals on biomarkers of pulmonary response in exhaled breath from hospital cleaners: a pilot study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5060807&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F48404t0753361600%2F Conclusion  The promising role of EBC analysis in biomonitoring of exposed workers was confirmed. It was also possible to identify the potential biomarkers of exposure to alkaline products (increased ammonium-EBC and pH-EBC levels) and potential biomarkers of oxidative stress (increased H2O2-EBC levels correlated with 4-HNE-EBC levels) in workers with no signs of airway diseases. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0686-8Authors Massimo Corradi, Laboratory of Industrial Toxicology, Department of Clinical Medicine, Nephrology and Health Sciences, University of Parma, Via Gramsci 14, 431 00 Parma, ItalyPetra Gergelova, Laboratory of Industrial Toxicology, Department of Clinical Medicine, Nephrology and Health Sciences, University of Parma, Via G... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5060807 Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:01:46 +0100 5060807 Prolonged exposure to damp and moldy workplaces and new-onset asthma http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5060808&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw8g552n2w5130076%2F Conclusions  The results indicate that exposure at work to dampness and molds is associated with the occurrence of new-onset asthma. Exposed workers suffering from asthma-like symptoms represent a risk group for the development of asthma. The risk appears especially high if the exposure continues. Due to inherent weaknesses of patient series, the findings need corroborative studies. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0677-9Authors Kirsi Karvala, Occupational Medicine Team, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (FIOH), Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandElina Toskala, Control of Hypersensitivity Diseases Team, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (FIOH), Helsinki, FinlandRitva Luukkonen, Statistics and Health Economics Team,... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5060808 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:50:01 +0100 5060808 Acts of offensive behaviour and risk of long-term sickness absence in the Danish elder-care services: a prospective analysis of register-based outcomes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5060809&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F5647g8m225165062%2F Conclusions  Results indicate that prevention of threats, violence, and bullying may contribute to reduced sickness absence among elder-care staff. The results furthermore suggest that work organizations must be attentive on how to handle and prevent acts of offensive behaviour and support targets of offensive behaviours. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0680-1Authors Thomas Clausen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersoe Parkalle 105, DK-2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkAnnie Hogh, Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, DenmarkVilhelm Borg, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersoe Parkalle 105, DK-2100 Copenhagen, Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Env... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5060809 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 05:50:00 +0100 5060809 Mortality in a cohort of cement workers in a plant of Central Italy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5046346&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F91335q6640188755%2F Conclusions  Portland cement workers had a statistically significant reduced risk of overall mortality and of all cancers mortality probably due to the healthy workers effect. The study confirmed an increased risk of respiratory system cancer only in the subgroup with previous work exposure in a cement/asbestos plant. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0678-8Authors Felice Giordano, Department of Public Health and Infectious Diseases, University of Rome “Sapienza”, P.le Aldo Moro, 5, 00185 Rome, ItalyValerio Dell’Orco, Department of Prevention, Rome G Local Health Authority, Via Tenuta del Cavaliere n. 1, 00012 Guidonia Montecelio, RM, ItalyFiorella Fantini, Department of Prevention, Rome G Local Health Authority, Via Tenuta del ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5046346 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:58:46 +0100 5046346 Subjective and objective personal noise exposure and hypertension: an epidemiologic approach http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5046347&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr5v40034808093m7%2F Conclusions  Using objective personal measurements, an association between noise exposure, particularly during night-time, and hypertension could be detected among adolescents and adults. Differentiating between night-time and daytime exposure and considering subjective annoyance through presumably “positive” versus “negative” experienced noise can be important aspects in future studies. Moreover, dosimeter measurements over longer periods of time could be carried out to obtain an even better exposure assessment. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0679-7Authors Tobias Weinmann, Unit for Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology and NetTeaching, Institute and Outpatient Clinic for Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine, Uni... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5046347 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 16:55:40 +0100 5046347 Evaluation of genotoxic and oxidative effects in workers exposed to jet propulsion fuel http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5046348&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr24037701mr0w727%2F Conclusion  Urinary 1-and 2-naphthol levels of exposed workers were found to be significantly higher than those of control subjects. Occupational exposure to JP-8 resulted in no significant genotoxic and oxidative effects, while smoking is the principal confounding factor for the some parameters. To understand the genotoxic and oxidative effects of JP-8 exposure, further studies should be planned to find out whether human populations may be at increased risk for cancer because of the exposures related to occupation and lifestyle. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0676-xAuthors Onur Erdem, Department of Toxicology, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Etlik, 06018 Ankara, TurkeyAhmet Sayal, Department of Toxicology, Gülhane Military Medical ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5046348 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 06:01:58 +0100 5046348 Non-sensitising air pollution at workplaces and adult-onset asthma in the beginning of this millennium http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4996678&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F03g562t757331624%2F Conclusion  The results of this study support an association between occupational exposure to low level non–sensitising air pollution and adult-onset asthma in men. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0671-2Authors Pål Graff, Clinic of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, University Hospital, 58185 Linkoping, SwedenMats Fredrikson, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Linkoping University, 58183 Linkoping, SwedenPia Jönsson, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Linkoping University, 58183 Linkoping, SwedenUlf Flodin, Clinic of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, University Hospital, 58185 Linkoping, Sweden Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Pr... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4996678 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:43:24 +0100 4996678 The aging work force in Korea http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4996679&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F7852851758020361%2F Conclusions  We suggest a policy for elderly workers considering various determinants that can lead to successful employment, retirement, and health promotion for the aging work force. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0665-0Authors Jungyeon Hong, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, St. Mary Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of KoreaKangsook Lee, Department of Preventive Medicine, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4996679 Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:43:22 +0100 4996679 Moral issues in workplace health promotion http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4990203&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F365887r10r7jx872%2F Conclusion  This study showed that most employees support the importance of WHP, but in a modest group of employees, moral considerations may play a role in their decision whether or not to participate in WHP. Older workers were more likely to resist employer interference with their health. Therefore, special attention on such moral considerations may be needed in the communication, design, and implementation of workplace health promotion programs. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-5DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0675-yAuthors Suzan J. W. Robroek, Department of Public Health, Erasmus MC, University Medical Center Rotterdam, PO Box 2040, 3000 CA Rotterdam, The NetherlandsSuzanne van de Vathorst, Department of Medical Ethics and Philosophy of Medicine, Erasmus MC, Universit... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4990203 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 06:02:00 +0100 4990203 Occupational exposure to diisononyl phthalate (DiNP) in polyvinyl chloride processing operations http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4973707&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fl2188134rk404544%2F Conclusion  Occupational exposure to DiNP associated with PVC film manufacturing tasks were substantially higher (sixfold to tenfold) than adult general population exposures; however, all daily intake estimates were less than 25% of current United States or European acceptable or tolerable daily intake estimates. Further characterization of DiNP occupational exposures in other industries is recommended. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0674-zAuthors Cynthia J. Hines, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4676 Columbia Pkwy, R-14, Cincinnati, OH 45226, USANancy B. Hopf, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4676 Columbia... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4973707 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:06:49 +0100 4973707 Long-term lead elimination from plasma and whole blood after poisoning http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4973708&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc655773513025n71%2F Conclusion  P–Pb is a valuable biomarker of exposure to and risk, particularly at high exposure. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0673-0Authors Gerda Rentschler, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, SE-221 85 Lund, SwedenK. Broberg, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, SE-221 85 Lund, SwedenT. Lundh, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, SE-221 85 Lund, SwedenS. Skerfving, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University, SE-221 85 Lund, Sweden Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4973708 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 16:06:47 +0100 4973708 Occupational physical activity and mortality among Danish workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4966208&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F105542j587657660%2F Conclusions  The findings indicate that high occupational physical activity increases the risk for all-cause mortality among male workers. Future studies need to further examine gender differences in the effects of OPA on mortality. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0668-xAuthors Andreas Holtermann, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, DenmarkHermann Burr, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, DenmarkJørgen V. Hansen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, DenmarkNiklas Krause, Department of Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of California Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USAKaren Søgaard, Institute of Sports Science and Clinical... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4966208 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:55:49 +0100 4966208 Identifying patterns of recovery experiences and their links to psychological outcomes across one year http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4966207&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F17m34q32rr27574h%2F Conclusions  Patterns of recovery experiences play a significant role in maintaining long-term psychological well-being. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0672-1Authors Marjo Siltaloppi, University of Tampere, Tampere, FinlandUlla Kinnunen, University of Tampere, Tampere, FinlandTaru Feldt, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandAsko Tolvanen, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, Finland Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4966207 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:55:49 +0100 4966207 Can the relationship between shoulder tendon lesions and lifting or carrying be explained by pushing or pulling? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4966209&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg3832225437327x6%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0670-3Authors Andreas Seidler, Institute and Policlinic for Occupational and Social Medicine, Fetscherstr. 74, 01307 Dresden, GermanyUlrich Bolm-Audorff, RP Darmstadt, Division of Occupational Health, Wiesbaden, GermanyGabriela Petereit-Haack, RP Darmstadt, Division of Occupational Health, Wiesbaden, GermanyElke Ball, Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, GermanyGine Elsner, Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine, Johann Wolfgang Goethe-University, Frankfurt/Main, Germany Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupat... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4966209 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:55:47 +0100 4966209 Tendon lesions in the shoulder: tear and wear without push and pull? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4966210&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0vx866q289240747%2F Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-2DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0669-9Authors P. P. F. M. Kuijer, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Netherlands Center for Occupational Diseases, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The NetherlandsM. J. M. Hoozemans, Faculty of Human Movement Sciences, Research Institute MOVE, VU University, Amsterdam, The NetherlandsM. H. W. Frings-Dresen, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Netherlands Center for Occupational Diseases, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4966210 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:55:46 +0100 4966210 Exploring within- and between-gender differences in burnout: 8 different occupational groups http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4958395&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc731231051x12427%2F Conclusions  Despite gender equality in society in general, and inconclusive findings in previous studies on gender differences in burnout, women in this study seem to experience slightly higher burnout levels than men. Occupational differences found in the burnout profiles indicate that some professions may be more prone to burnout than others. For the occupational groups most at risk, more research is needed to disclose potential organizational factors that may make these workers more prone to burnout than others. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0667-yAuthors Siw Tone Innstrand, Research Centre for Health Promotion and Resources HiST/NTNU, Department of Social Work and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, 7... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4958395 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 14:19:11 +0100 4958395 Assessment of time to pregnancy and spontaneous abortion status following occupational exposure to organic solvents mixture http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950454&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ff112224378h5l306%2F Conclusions  According to the results of this study, since there is probability of spontaneous abortion resulting from occupational exposure to various chemicals including organic solvents, recommendation to review the status of occupational exposure of workers can be helpful in improving fertility consultations and reproductive health. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0666-zAuthors Mir Saeed Attarchi, Occupational Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Hemmat Campus, Tehran, IranMonir Ashouri, Department of Gynecology, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Hemmat Campus, Tehran, IranYasser Labbafinejad, Occupational Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, H... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950454 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 10:58:20 +0100 4950454 Cause-specific mortality in professional flight crew and air traffic control officers: findings from two UK population-based cohorts of over 20,000 subjects http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950455&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F33624736v8412j05%2F Conclusions  The low all-cause mortality observed in both occupational groups relative to the general population is consistent with a strong “healthy worker effect” and their low prevalence of smoking and other risk factors. Mortality among flight crew did not appear to be influenced by occupational exposures, except for a rise in mortality from aircraft accidents. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0660-5Authors Bianca L. De Stavola, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT UKCostanza Pizzi, Faculty of Epidemiology and Population Health, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT UKFelicity Clemens, Faculty of Epide... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950455 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 05:52:21 +0100 4950455 Increase of urinary concentrations of 8-hydroxy-2′-deoxyguanosine in diesel exhaust emission inspector exposed to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950456&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Far180454m1277457%2F Conclusions  This study is the first to indicate an association between occupational PAHs exposure from DEP2.5 at an inspection station and an increased excretion of urinary 8-OHdG in inspectors. In addition, this study also found smoking is not a confounder in inspectors exposed to PAHs in DEP2.5. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0663-2Authors Mei-Wen Lee, Institute of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, No. 155, Sec. 2, Li-Nong St., Beitou, Taipei, TaiwanMei-Lien Chen, Institute of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, National Yang-Ming University, No. 155, Sec. 2, Li-Nong St., Beitou, Taipei, TaiwanShih-Chun Candice Lung, Research Center for Environmental Changes, Academia Sinica, No.... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950456 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 05:52:19 +0100 4950456 Evaluation of exposure biomarkers in offshore workers exposed to low benzene and toluene concentrations http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4950457&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb722623h812h185n%2F Conclusion  Urinary benzene, but not t,t-MA, was a reliable biomarker for benzene at low exposure levels. Urinary toluene was a useful biomarker for toluene exposure. Xylene and ethylbenzene air levels were low. Dermal exposure assessment needs to be performed in future studies among these workers. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0664-1Authors Nancy B. Hopf, Institut universitaire romand de Santé au Travail, Institut für Arbeit und Gesundheit, Institute for Work and Health (IST), Rue du Bugnon 21, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandJorunn Kirkeleit, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Department of Public Health and Primary Health Care, University of Bergen, Kalfarveien 31, 5018 Bergen, NorwayMagne Bråtveit, Occupational and Environmental ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4950457 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 06:03:25 +0100 4950457 Review on the validity of self-report to assess work-related diseases http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4930190&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F71869k16n2243084%2F Conclusions  Workers’ self-reported illness may provide valuable information on the presence of disease, although the generalizability of the findings is limited primarily to musculoskeletal and skin disorders. For case finding in a population at risk, e.g., an active workers’ health surveillance program, a sensitive symptom questionnaire with a follow-up by a medical examination may be the best choice. Evidence on the validity of self-assessed work relatedness of a health condition is scarce. Adding well-developed questions to a specific medical diagnosis exploring the relationship between symptoms and work may be a good strategy. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-23DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0662-3Authors Annet F. Lenderink, Academic Medical Center (AMC), Univ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4930190 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 06:03:02 +0100 4930190 Gender difference in subjective response to whole-body vibration under standing posture http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4930191&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp303105032379531%2F Conclusions  Our results suggest that females are subjectively more sensitive than males for fore-and-aft and lateral WBV exposure, especially at higher vibration magnitude. Therefore, the differential effects in subjective responses to WBV in females and males should be taken into account in the ISO standard currently used in discomfort evaluation. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0657-0Authors Nobuyuki Shibata, Human Engineering and Risk Management Research Group, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, 6-21-1, Nagao, Tama-ku, Kawasaki, 214-8585 JapanKazuma Ishimatsu, Human Engineering and Risk Management Research Group, National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, 6-21-1, Nagao, Tama-ku, Kawasaki, 214-8585 JapanSet... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4930191 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 06:04:12 +0100 4930191 Are performance-based measures predictive of work participation in patients with musculoskeletal disorders? A systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4930192&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F328421v12r2t3h5k%2F Conclusions  Strong evidence exists that a number of performance-based measures are predictive of work participation in patients with MSDs, especially lifting tests. Overall, the explained variance was modest. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0659-yAuthors P. P. F. M. Kuijer, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsV. Gouttebarge, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsS. Brouwer, Department of Health Sciences, Community and Occupational Medicine, University Medical Center Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The NetherlandsM. F. Ren... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4930192 Fri, 10 Jun 2011 06:26:58 +0100 4930192 Recovery intention: its association with fatigue in the working population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918783&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk12v2880008g1r80%2F Conclusions  Individuals differ in their intent to engage in recovery activities. Those high in recovery intention are less exhausted, especially under conditions of more demanding and less rewarding work characteristics. Thus, a promotion of recovery intentions could contribute to the prevention of work-related fatigue. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0651-6Authors Gerhard Blasche, Department of Environmental Hygiene, Centre for Public Health, Medical University of Vienna, Kinderspitalgasse 15, 1090 Vienna, AustriaWolfgang Marktl, Cluster of Rheumatology, Balneology, and Rehabilitation, Institute for Biological Rhythm Research, Ludwig Boltzmann Society, Quellenhof, 431 Bad Tatzmannsdorf, Austria Journal International Archives of Oc... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918783 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:44:59 +0100 4918783 Physiological work demands of Spanish wildland firefighters during wildfire suppression http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918782&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu522174h57463727%2F Conclusions  The results demonstrate the high work strain sustained by Spanish wildland firefighters during wildfire suppression. Both workload and CHSI increased with the wildfires duration although the pace of work was faster in wildfires of a shorter duration. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0661-4Authors Jose A. Rodríguez-Marroyo, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), University of León, 24071 León, SpainJorge López-Satue, Empresa de Transformación Agraria (TRAGSA), Madrid, SpainRaul Pernía, Empresa de Transformación Agraria (TRAGSA), Madrid, SpainBelén Carballo, Department of Physical Education and Sports, Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), University of León, 24071 León, SpainJuan ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918782 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:44:59 +0100 4918782 Sampling of urinary cadmium: differences between 24-h urine and overnight spot urine sampling, and impact of adjustment for dilution http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918781&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc867m56nt10866m3%2F Conclusions  Since U-Cd/h was lower in UON than in U24 samples, the former will underestimate the true Cd excretion. This was seen for U-CdCrea but not for U-CdSG. However, it may be an advantage that the U-CdSG is similar, irrespective of sampling strategy. At low UF, U-CdCrea will be biased upwards. Whether U24 or UON samples adjusted for U-Crea or SG best reflect kidney-Cd is still unknown. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0658-zAuthors Magnus Akerstrom, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Sahlgrenska University Hospital and Academy, University of Gothenburg, PO Box 414, SE-405 30 Gothenburg, SwedenThomas Lundh, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Lund University Hospital, Lund, SwedenLars Barregard... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918781 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:44:59 +0100 4918781 An updated historical cohort mortality study of workers exposed to asbestos in a refitting shipyard, 1947–2007 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918784&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa728u3142j032u87%2F Conclusion  This updated study confirmed a significant excess of asbestos-related mortality from diseases such as lung cancer and nonmalignant respiratory diseases among workers in a refitting shipyard in Japan. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0655-2Authors Kimiko Tomioka, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Nara Medical University, 840 Shijo-cho, Kashihara, Nara 634-8521, JapanYuji Natori, Yokosuka Chuou Clinic, 1-18-15, Yomegahama Street, Yokosuga, Kanagawa 238-0011, JapanShinji Kumagai, Department of Environmental Management, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, 1-1, Iseigaoka, Yahata-nishi-ku, Fukuoka, Kitakyushu 807-8555, JapanNorio Kurumatani, Department of Community Health and Epidemiology, Nara Medical U... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918784 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:44:57 +0100 4918784 Effort-reward imbalance and depression among private practice physicians http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918785&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk8u583l63743t270%2F Conclusion  Predominant prevalence of ERI in terms of organizational level low reward and strong associations between the ERI component and depression suggests that countermeasures from social perspective are crucial. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0656-1Authors Akizumi Tsutsumi, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Japan, Kitakyushu City, JapanShoko Kawanami, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Japan, Kitakyushu City, JapanSeichi Horie, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Japan, Kitakyushu City, Japan Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Healt... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918785 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 09:40:23 +0100 4918785 The persistence of allergen exposure favors pulmonary function decline in workers with allergic occupational asthma http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918786&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fg422396w1t3t1645%2F Conclusions  The study shows that the cessation of the exposure to allergen in the work place appears the most effective measure in limiting pulmonary function decline in asthmatic workers and underlines the importance of allergic risk assessment and control in the management of occupational asthma. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0653-4Authors L. Di Giampaolo, Allergy and Immunotoxicology Unit, CeSI, G. d’Annunzio University Foundation, Via Colle dell’Ara, 66100 Chieti, ItalyE. Cavallucci, Department of Medicine and Science of Ageing, G. d’Annunzio University, Chieti, ItalyM. Braga, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, University of Medicine, Brescia, ItalyA. Renzetti, Department of Medicine and Science of Ageing, G. d’Annunzio Univer... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918786 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:51:43 +0100 4918786 Lung and pleural CT signs predict deaths: 10-year follow-up after lung cancer screening of asbestos-exposed workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918787&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F8k21g301g646001p%2F Conclusion  Pathological lung/pleural CT signs found in screening seem to predict deaths in long term, which may require more careful medical surveillance of such individuals. Further studies are needed to generalize the present findings to general population. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0654-3Authors Tapio Vehmas, Health and Work Ability, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, FI-00250 Helsinki, FinlandPanu Oksa, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Tampere, FinlandLeena Kivisaari, Helsinki University, Helsinki, Finland Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental H... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918787 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:51:42 +0100 4918787 Low attack rate of novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infection among healthcare workers: a prospective study in a setting with an elaborated containment plan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4918788&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0549231478864011%2F Conclusions  This study demonstrates a low incidence rate of influenza A (H1N1) infection among healthcare workers during the 2009 H1N1 pandemic in a setting with high hygiene standards. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0652-5Authors Patrick M. Smit, Department of Internal Medicine, Slotervaart Hospital, Louwesweg 6, 1066 EC Amsterdam, The NetherlandsJan W. Mulder, Department of Internal Medicine, Slotervaart Hospital, Louwesweg 6, 1066 EC Amsterdam, The NetherlandsMohamed Ahdi, Department of Internal Medicine, Slotervaart Hospital, Louwesweg 6, 1066 EC Amsterdam, The NetherlandsRon Gerritsen, Department of Occupational Health Medicine, Slotervaart Hospital, Louwesweg 6, 1066 EC Amsterdam, The NetherlandsStanley Darma, Department of Internal... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4918788 Sat, 04 Jun 2011 05:51:40 +0100 4918788 Impaired work functioning due to common mental disorders in nurses and allied health professionals: the Nurses Work Functioning Questionnaire http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4900061&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0w6855hp222164ug%2F Conclusion  The Nurses Work Functioning Questionnaire gives insight into precise and concrete aspects of impaired work functioning of nurses and allied health professionals. The scores can be used as a starting point for purposeful interventions. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0649-0Authors F. R. Gärtner, Department: Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsK. Nieuwenhuijsen, Department: Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsF. J. H. van Dijk, Department: Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amste... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4900061 Mon, 30 May 2011 17:12:42 +0100 4900061 Association between effort–reward imbalance and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) among Chinese workers: results from SHISO study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4900062&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F768651u686610712%2F Conclusion  Effort and ERI are positively associated with HbA1c, and reward is inversely related to HbA1c among Chinese women. The association is not accounted for by age, BMI, and physical exercise. More efforts should be made to improve the job stress status of Chinese working women for the purpose of DM prevention. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0650-7Authors Weixian Xu, Department of Cardiology, Peking University Third Hospital and Key Laboratory of Molecular Cardiovascular Science, Ministry of Education, No. 49 North Garden Road, Haidian District, Beijing, 100191 ChinaJuan Hang, Department of Cardiology, Peking University Third Hospital and Key Laboratory of Molecular Cardiovascular Science, Ministry of Education, No. 49 North Garden... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4900062 Mon, 30 May 2011 17:12:38 +0100 4900062 Compulsory teaching of occupational health: impact on attitude of medical students in Brazil and Germany http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4900063&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy70q4jh2631l0685%2F Conclusions  A negative attitude toward OH accompanied by little knowledge of OH seems to be a global problem. However, we have shown that this might be improved through adequate training in OH. The long-term effect still needs to be evaluated. Nevertheless, our results are promising and should encourage medical schools around the globe to include OH as a compulsory subject in medical training. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0639-2Authors Paul Russ, Unit for Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology and Net Teaching, Institute and Outpatient Clinic for Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine, University Hospital of Munich (LMU), Munich, GermanyStephanie Strümpell, Unit for Occupational and Environmental Epidemiology and Net Te... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4900063 Mon, 23 May 2011 17:07:55 +0100 4900063 Does computer use affect the incidence of distal arm pain? A one-year prospective study using objective measures of computer use http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4900064&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fp716172630u86655%2F Conclusion  Computer work was not related to the development of prolonged or chronic pain. Mouse time was associated with acute distal arm pain, but the impact was quite small. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-14DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0648-1Authors Sigurd Mikkelsen, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg, Bispebjerg Bakke, 2450 Copenhagen NV, DenmarkChristina Funch Lassen, Department of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg, Bispebjerg Bakke, 2450 Copenhagen NV, DenmarkImogen Vilstrup, Danish Ramazzini Centre, Department of Occupational Medicine, Herning Hospital, Gammel Landevej 61, 7400 Herning, DenmarkAnn Isabel Kryger, Department of Occupational and Environm... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4900064 Mon, 23 May 2011 17:07:54 +0100 4900064 The role of psychosocial stress at work for the development of cardiovascular diseases: a systematic review http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4837967&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F40816j8072164447%2F Conclusions  In accordance with other systematic reviews, this review stresses the importance of psychosocial factors at work in the aetiology of cardiovascular diseases. Besides individual measures to manage stress and to cope with demanding work situations, organisational changes at the workplace need to be considered to find options to reduce occupational risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0643-6Authors Eva-Maria Backé, Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317 Berlin, GermanyAndreas Seidler, Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317 Berlin, GermanyUte Latza, Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Nö... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4837967 Mon, 16 May 2011 15:47:21 +0100 4837967 Effects of fine particulate on heart rate variability in Beijing: a panel study of healthy elderly subjects http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4837968&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F178p328h4r42x62x%2F Conclusions  We conclude that PM2.5 exposure within several minutes leads to increases of HRV of the healthy older subjects, which may increase the cardiac risks. Prominent effect of PM2.5 on HRV is found when they are indoors, while the effect is not obvious in outdoor environment. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0646-3Authors Xiaofeng Jia, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, Peking University School of Public Health, 38 Xueyuan Road, 100191 Beijing, ChinaXiaoming Song, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences, Peking University School of Public Health, 38 Xueyuan Road, 100191 Beijing, ChinaMasayuki Shima, Hyogo College of Medicine, Nishinomiya, JapanKenji Tamura, National Institute for Enviro... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4837968 Sat, 14 May 2011 16:02:26 +0100 4837968 Can the job content questionnaire be used to assess structural and organizational properties of the work environment? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4837969&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F81420870g6231q64%2F Conclusion  Conducting highly similar work does not lead to highly similar reports in the JCQ. In view of the large response variation, it seems that the attempt to avoid personal influence by minimizing the self-reflexive component in the questions asked, and using response alternative that indicates degree of agreement, does not seem to work as intended. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0647-2Authors Roger Persson, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkÅse Marie Hansen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkAnne Helene Garde, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhage... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4837969 Sat, 14 May 2011 16:02:25 +0100 4837969 What is return to work? An investigation into the quantification of return to work http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4837970&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq68p8k283x76971p%2F Conclusion  A multi-layered approach to measuring RTW that includes data on reasons for not working, length of continuous employment, hours and duties performed after injury provides greater insight into the vocational status of injured individuals compared to single metrics or outcomes that fail to capture key detail on motives and participation. This information can assist clinicians to more accurately monitor the progress of rehabilitation following injury and compensation schemes to more effectively monitor their performance. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0644-5Authors Adam P. Vogel, Institute for Safety, Compensation and Recovery Research, Monash University, Melbourne, AustraliaSamantha J. Barker, Institute for Safety, Compensatio... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4837970 Sat, 14 May 2011 05:48:35 +0100 4837970 The mediating and moderating role of personal strain and coping resource in the relationship between work stressor and quality of life among Chinese nurses http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4826884&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F69807r01352x3614%2F Conclusions  Personal strain and coping resources have both mediating and moderating effects on the relationship between work stress and quality of life in a sample of Chinese nurses. An effective intervention strategy is needed to reduce work stress and ensure better quality of life. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0640-9Authors Si-Ying Wu, Department of Epidemiology and Health Statistics, Major Subject of Environment and Health of Fujian Key Universities, School of Public Health, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, ChinaHuang-Yuan Li, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, ChinaShu-Juan Yang, Department of Epidemiology, West China School of Public He... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4826884 Wed, 11 May 2011 06:25:53 +0100 4826884 Neck and shoulder complaints in computer workers and associated easy to assess occupational factors—a large-scale cross-sectional multivariate study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4818448&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc57p0p78u513t028%2F Conclusions  The study enabled to identify several easy to assess occupational factors that were associated with NSC, providing clear cut-off points concerning duration of computer work. Use of the computer mouse, both duration and relative position, and forearm support were also important factors. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0645-4Authors Philippe Kiss, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Drongen, BelgiumMarc De Meester, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Drongen, BelgiumAndré Kruse, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Drongen, BelgiumBrigitte Chavée, Securex, Occupational Health Service, Brouwerijstraat 1, 9031 Drongen, BelgiumLutgart Braeckman, Departm... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4818448 Tue, 10 May 2011 06:03:41 +0100 4818448 Psychosocial work environment among immigrant and Danish cleaners http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4818449&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk520108071670556%2F Conclusions  This study showed that non-Western immigrant cleaners reported a statistically significantly better psychosocial work environment than Danish cleaners on a number of scales. Therefore, the hypothesis of non-Western immigrants reporting worse psychosocial work environment than their Danish colleagues was not supported. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0642-7Authors Kasper Olesen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkIsabella G. Carneiro, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkMarie B. Jørgensen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkMari-Ann Fly... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4818449 Tue, 10 May 2011 06:03:40 +0100 4818449 Farmers’ perceptions of safe use of pesticides: determinants and training needs http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4793414&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0120q7h317t707h5%2F Conclusions  The relationship between farmers’ age and these two variables should not be considered either positively or negatively for predicting farmers’ attitudes on safety issues of pesticide use without taking into account other mediating variables that can also affect farmers’ behavior. Differences in the perceived importance and competence of farmers on the safety measures revealed considerably different needs of farmers for future training as a result of differences in age along with other background characteristics. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0641-8Authors Seyyed Mahmoud Hashemi, Department of Agricultural Extension and Education, College of Agriculture, University of Tehran, Karaj, IranSeyed Mahmood Hosseini, Depart... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4793414 Tue, 03 May 2011 19:48:55 +0100 4793414 An effectiveness evaluation of a multifaceted preventive intervention on occupational injuries in foundries: a 13-year follow-up study with interrupted time series analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4744467&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe001552697846p1g%2F Conclusions  The intervention showed effectiveness in reducing OI rates and in improving quantitative and qualitative outcomes in two representative foundries. Challenges and limitations of interventions to assess effectiveness in preventing OI were evaluated and solutions applied. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0638-3Authors Stefano Porru, Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Brescia, P.le Spedali Civili, 1, 25125 Brescia, ItalyStefano Calza, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Biotechnologies, Section of Medical Statistics, University of Brescia, 25125 Brescia, ItalyCecilia Arici, Department of Experimental and Applied Medicine, Section of Occupational Medicine, University o... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4744467 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 15:56:28 +0100 4744467 The effect on the temporary threshold shift in hearing acuity from combined exposure to authentic noise and hand-arm vibration http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4744468&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Frr64w274327q2712%2F Conclusions  The results indicate that there is no difference in the TTS in hearing after combined exposure compared to noise exposure alone. HAV exposure did not change the hearing threshold. The TTS in hearing did not differ significantly in relation to gender after HAV, noise, or combined exposure. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0635-6Authors Hans Pettersson, Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Umeå University, 901 87 Umeå, SwedenLage Burström, Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Umeå University, 901 87 Umeå, SwedenTohr Nilsson, Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Occupational and Environmental Medicine, U... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4744468 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 05:53:41 +0100 4744468 Cancer mortality among two different populations of French nuclear workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4708158&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fwqn100666138034t%2F Conclusions  Results differed between the two populations. The increase in leukemia risk with dose in the first population will have to be confirmed with extended follow-up. In the other population, results may have been confounded by alpha-emitters inhalation, tobacco, or alcohol consumption. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0636-5Authors Eric Samson, DRPH, SRBE, LEPID, Institut de Radioprotection et de Sûreté Nucléaire (IRSN), Fontenay-aux-Roses, FranceMaylis Telle-Lamberton, DRPH, SRBE, LEPID, Institut de Radioprotection et de Sûreté Nucléaire (IRSN), Fontenay-aux-Roses, FranceSylvaine Caër-Lorho, DRPH, SRBE, LEPID, Institut de Radioprotection et de Sûreté Nucléaire (IRSN), Fontenay-aux-Roses, FranceDenis Bard, École des Haute... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4708158 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:41:56 +0100 4708158 Psychological symptoms and subsequent sickness absence http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4708159&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fv352331613n81755%2F Conclusions  Somatization and distress are key to understand why depression and anxiety are related to SA. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0637-4Authors Berend Terluin, Department of General Practice, EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University Medical Center, Van der Boechorststraat 7, 1081 BT Amsterdam, The NetherlandsWillem van Rhenen, ArboNed, Utrecht, The NetherlandsJohannes R. Anema, Department of Social Medicine, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The NetherlandsToon W. Taris, Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Arch... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4708159 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 05:53:53 +0100 4708159 Biomarkers of chromosomal damage in peripheral blood lymphocytes induced by polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons: a meta-analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681551&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Ffwx37xv075325682%2F Conclusions  Data indicate that the frequencies of SCE, CBMN, and CA (aberrations per 100 cells) in peripheral blood lymphocytes might be indicators of early genetic effects for occupationally PAHs-exposed population. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0629-4Authors Yadong Wang, Henan Center for Disease Control and Prevention, No. 105 of East Nongye Road, Zhengdong New Area, 450016 Zhengzhou, People’s Republic of ChinaHaiyan Yang, Department of Epidemiology and Health Statistics, School of Public Health, Zhengzhou University, 450001 Zhengzhou, People’s Republic of ChinaLi Li, Henan Center for Disease Control and Prevention, No. 105 of East Nongye Road, Zhengdong New Area, 450016 Zhengzhou, People’s Republic of ChinaHaiyu Wang, Henan Cen... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681551 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 05:56:45 +0100 4681551 Fractions of cardiovascular diseases, mental disorders, and musculoskeletal disorders attributable to job strain http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681552&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn640r13251683021%2F Conclusion  This study is the first one to provide fractions of diseases attributable to job strain for three health outcomes in France on the basis of a systematic review of the literature. These results could contribute to the estimation of the economic cost of diseases attributable to job strain. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-15DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0633-8Authors Hélène Sultan-Taïeb, Laboratoire d’Economie et Gestion (UMR CNRS 5118), Université de Bourgogne, Dijon, FranceCatherine Lejeune, INSERM, U866, Université de Bourgogne, Dijon, FranceAnne Drummond, UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy & Population Science, University College Dublin, Woodview House, Belfield, Dublin, 4 IrelandIsabelle Niedhammer, UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681552 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 05:56:43 +0100 4681552 Depression in the workplace: a systematic review of evidence-based prevention strategies http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4681553&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fd625r73873j180nj%2F Conclusion  The findings are quite sobering given the high prevalence of depression and the individual and societal burden caused by it. More tailor-made interventions in the workplace targeting depression directly are needed. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0634-7Authors Sandra Dietrich, Clinic and Outpatients’ Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Centre Leipzig, Semmelweisstraße 10, 04103 Leipzig, GermanyStefanie Deckert, Clinic and Outpatients’ Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Centre Leipzig, Semmelweisstraße 10, 04103 Leipzig, GermanyMartin Ceynowa, Clinic and Outpatients’ Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Medical Centre Leipzig, Semmelweisstraße 10, 04103 Lei... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4681553 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 05:56:41 +0100 4681553 Work-related behavior and experience patterns of entrepreneurs compared to teachers and physicians http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4662402&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F9847q04w46825r88%2F Conclusions  The development of a successful enterprise depends, in part, on the health of the entrepreneur. The large proportion of entrepreneurs with the healthy pattern irrespective of gender may support the notion that self-selection effects of healthy individuals in this special career might be important. At the same time, a large proportion was at risk for overexertion and might benefit from measures to cope with professional demands and stress and promote a healthy behavior pattern. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-12DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0632-9Authors Edgar Voltmer, Department of Health and Behavioral Sciences, Friedensau Adventist University, An der Ihle 19, 39291 Friedensau, GermanyClaudia Spahn, Institute for Musicians’ Medicine, Medical School of t... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4662402 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:01:30 +0100 4662402 The association between symptoms and exposure is stronger in dropouts than in non-dropouts among employees in Norwegian smelters: a five-year follow-up study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4662401&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fh803540465566686%2F Conclusions  Line operators had more respiratory symptoms than non-exposed employees. This effect was significantly stronger in dropouts than in those who continued their jobs, indicating that there is a selection of subjects without respiratory symptoms in this industry. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0631-xAuthors Vidar Søyseth, Department of Medicine, Faculty Division Akershus University Hospital, University of Oslo, 1478 Lørenskog, NorwayHelle Laier Johnsen, Department of Medicine, Faculty Division Akershus University Hospital, University of Oslo, 1478 Lørenskog, NorwayMerete Drevvatne Bugge, National Institute of Occupational Health, Oslo, NorwayJohny Kongerud, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway Journal I... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4662401 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 07:01:30 +0100 4662401 Geographic region of residence and blood lead levels in US children: results of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4640247&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F47u61x5847101347%2F Conclusions  The results of this study not only provide relevant and current blood lead levels for US children that can be used as reference values to evaluate biomonitoring data, but can also be used to help direct prevention and surveillance strategies to reduce lead in the environment of at-risk children. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0624-9Authors Laura L. F. Scott, ChemRisk, San Francisco, CA USALy M. Nguyen, ChemRisk, San Francisco, CA USA Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4640247 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 16:56:07 +0100 4640247 Subjective underchallenge at work and its impact on mental health http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4620441&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fm567r18rq67854j9%2F Conclusion  Not only work overload but also feeling underchallenged at work can have a negative impact on mental health and well-being. This is not an issue for blue-collar workers only and deserves more attention in future research. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-10DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0628-5Authors Anja Lehmann, Institute of Medical Psychology, Charité—University Medical Center, Berlin, Luisenstrasse 57, 10117 Berlin, GermanySilke Burkert, Institute of Medical Psychology, Charité—University Medical Center, Berlin, Luisenstrasse 57, 10117 Berlin, GermanyIsolde Daig, Institute of Medical Psychology, Charité—University Medical Center, Berlin, Luisenstrasse 57, 10117 Berlin, GermanyHeide Glaesmer, Department of Medical Psychology and Medical Sociology, U... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4620441 Sat, 19 Mar 2011 02:52:19 +0100 4620441 Perceived job insecurity and perceived employability in relation to temporary and permanent workers’ psychological symptoms: a two samples study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4609467&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa2981n6m37286815%2F Conclusions  Knowledge about the relationship between contract type and workers’ well-being can be enhanced when the combined effects of contract type and job conditions are accounted for. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0630-yAuthors Kaisa Kirves, Department of Psychology, University of Tampere, 33014 Tampere, FinlandNele De Cuyper, Research Group Work, Organizational and Personnel Psychology, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, BelgiumUlla Kinnunen, Department of Psychology, University of Tampere, 33014 Tampere, FinlandJouko Nätti, Department of Social Research, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: In... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4609467 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:53:08 +0100 4609467 Pressure pain sensitivity maps, self-reported musculoskeletal disorders and sickness absence among cleaners http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4580331&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fpm4x552220174t2u%2F Conclusions  The present study investigated pressure pain topographical maps from the neck-shoulder and low back region in cleaners. Cleaners with LTSA the last year exhibited mechanical hyperalgesia as depicted by lower PPT in the neck-shoulder compared with cleaners without LTSA. More studies assessing the relation between PPT maps, self-reported musculoskeletal disorders and sickness absence are warranted. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0627-6Authors Asbjørn Thalund Binderup, Laboratory for Ergonomics and Work-related Disorders, Center for Sensory-Motor Interaction (SMI), Department of Health Science and Technology, Aalborg University, Fredrik Bajers Vej 7, Bldg. D-3, 9220 Aalborg, DenmarkAndreas Holtermann, National Research Centre ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4580331 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:06:28 +0100 4580331 The effect of work-time influence on health and well-being: a quasi-experimental intervention study among eldercare workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558221&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F95m3658435698j08%2F Conclusion  The introduction of self-scheduling can successfully increase employee work-time influence. Yet, this study does not support the theory that increased work-time influence leads to better health and well-being. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-13DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0625-8Authors Kirsten Nabe-Nielsen, Section of Social Medicine, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, P.O. Box 2099, 1014 Copenhagen, DenmarkAnne Helene Garde, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lerso Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkFinn Diderichsen, Section of Social Medicine, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, P.O. Box 2099, 1014 Copenhagen, Denmark Journal International... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558221 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 16:46:11 +0100 4558221 Postpartum depressive symptoms and the combined load of paid and unpaid work: a longitudinal analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558223&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr71322841614g614%2F Conclusions  Working mothers of reproductive years may find the study results valuable as they consider merging their work and parenting roles after childbirth. Future studies should examine the specific mechanisms through which total workload affects postpartum depressive symptoms. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0626-7Authors Rada K. Dagher, Department of Health Services Administration, University of Maryland, 3310B School of Public Health Building, College Park, MD 20742, USAPatricia M. McGovern, Division of Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN USABryan E. Dowd, Division of Health Policy and Management, School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN USAUlf Lu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558223 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:46:40 +0100 4558223 Burnout risk in medical students in Spain using the Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4558222&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa2l8415868815572%2F Conclusions  The Maslach Burnout Inventory-Student Survey overcame difficulties encountered when students have little or no contact with patients. Our findings show that the risk of burnout prevalence doubled from the third year to sixth year of training and that gender was not significantly associated with any of the subscales of burnout. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0623-xAuthors Fernando Galán, Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Seville, Avda Doctor Fedriani s/n, 41009 Seville, SpainArturo Sanmartín, Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, University of Seville, Seville, SpainJuan Polo, Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, School of Medicine, University of Seville, Seville, SpainLucas Gi... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4558222 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:46:40 +0100 4558222 Comparative mortality ratios of cancer among men in Greece across broad occupational groups http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4500704&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F77188t5071342334%2F Conclusions  Up to 3.5-fold variations were found in site-specific cancer mortality ratios among men in Greece across broad occupational groups. The extent of the variation attributed to specific socioeconomic and/or occupational factors could not be estimated in the current study but the observed differences might stimulate thinking and preventive actions as well as point to potential hypotheses to pursue using research methods in which job and life related factors should be directly measured and controlled. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0622-yAuthors Evangelos C. Alexopoulos, Occupational Health Unit, Department of Public Health, School of Medicine, Patras University, 26500 Rio Patras, GreeceFani Messolora, Occupational Health Unit, D... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4500704 Fri, 18 Feb 2011 06:49:48 +0100 4500704 Update of a cohort mortality study of workers exposed to methylene chloride employed at a plant producing cellulose triacetate film base http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4500705&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fj1r840m635433l44%2F Conclusions  The study provided no indication that employment at the plant, or exposure to methylene chloride, had adversely affected the mortalities of workers. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0621-zAuthors John A. Tomenson, Causation Ltd, 2 Field View Drive, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 7JN, UK Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4500705 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 08:21:55 +0100 4500705 A systematic review of job-specific workers’ health surveillance activities for fire-fighting, ambulance, police and military personnel http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4487890&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F25mr270050086l66%2F Conclusions  Several examples of job-specific WHS activities were found for the four occupations. Compared to studies focusing on physical tasks, a few studies were found that focus on psychological tasks. Effectiveness studies for job-specific WHS interventions were scarce, although their results were promising. We recommend studying job-specific WHS in effectiveness studies. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-19DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0614-yAuthors M. J. Plat, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsM. H. W. Frings-Dresen, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsJ. K. ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4487890 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 13:44:44 +0100 4487890 Previous sick leaves as predictor of subsequent ones http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4487891&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F943452187w077117%2F Conclusions  The results obtained provide evidence that having suffered previous SL episodes implies a significant increase in the risk of experiencing a new one. High recurrence density of certain diagnoses should be interpreted as a general indication that something is wrong in the occupational setting. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0620-0Authors Ricardo J. Reis, Serviço de Atenção à Saúde do Trabalhador, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, BrazilMireia Utzet, Grups de Recerca d’Amèrica i d’Àfrica Llatines (GRAAL), Facultat de Medicina, Unitat de Bioestadística, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Campus UAB, Cerdanyola del Vallès, 08193 SpainPoliana F. La Rocca, Serviço de Atenção à Saúde do Trabalh... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4487891 Fri, 11 Feb 2011 13:44:43 +0100 4487891 Association of ACE ID and ACE G2350A polymorphism with increased blood pressure in persons exposed to different sound levels in Pakistan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4463260&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fe557h80u35u4716u%2F Conclusions  No association was observed between ACE ID/ACE G2350A polymorphism and the increased blood pressure in persons exposed to normal sound and noise in Pakistani population. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0619-6Authors Syed Kashif Nawaz, Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, University of the Punjab, New Campus, Lahore, PakistanShahida Hasnain, Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, University of the Punjab, New Campus, Lahore, Pakistan Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4463260 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 21:05:18 +0100 4463260 Correlations of fish intake and plasma docosahexaenoic acid levels with each congener of PCDDs/PCDFs/dioxin-like PCBs in blood from the Japanese population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4449133&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F4110769u34234514%2F Conclusions  Blood levels of PCDDs/PCDFs with 4–6 chlorine atoms and DL-PCBs were positively associated with fish intake in the Japanese population. These results may be explained by the higher degree of bioaccumulation of these congeners in fish and shellfish in the ecosystem, and the high consumption of fish among the Japanese population. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0618-7Authors Atsushi Kitayama, Department of Preventive Medicine, Institute of Health Biosciences, The University of Tokushima Graduate School, 3-18-15, Kuramoto-cho, Tokushima, 770-8503 JapanKokichi Arisawa, Department of Preventive Medicine, Institute of Health Biosciences, The University of Tokushima Graduate School, 3-18-15, Kuramoto-cho, Tokushima, 770-8503 JapanH... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4449133 Sat, 05 Feb 2011 16:54:54 +0100 4449133 Occupational exposure levels to benzene in Italy: findings from a national database http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4441452&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fy26251265k627q3j%2F Conclusions  Occupational benzene exposure is still widespread in many different industries, and proactive measures are needed to reduce its impact on the workers’ health. The potential of occupational exposure databases as a source of data for exposure assessment is confirmed. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-9DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0616-9Authors Alberto Scarselli, ISPESL Area, Occupational Medicine Department, Epidemiology Unit, Italian Workers’ Compensation Authority (INAIL), Rome, ItalyAlessandra Binazzi, ISPESL Area, Occupational Medicine Department, Epidemiology Unit, Italian Workers’ Compensation Authority (INAIL), Rome, ItalyDavide Di Marzio, ISPESL Area, Occupational Medicine Department, Epidemiology Unit, Italian Workers’ Compensation Authority (... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4441452 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 03:33:53 +0100 4441452 Allergic asthma after flour inhalation in subjects without occupational exposure to flours: an experimental pilot study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4427822&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn3125n2107n51078%2F Conclusions  Subjects with pronounced sensitizations to grass or tree pollen, but without prior occupational exposure to flours, may experience both sensitization and allergic asthmatic reactions to flours due to cross-reactive grass and tree pollen allergens. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0617-8Authors R. Merget, Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the German Social Accident Insurance, Institute of the Ruhr University (IPA), Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz 1, 44789 Bochum, GermanyI. Sander, Institute for Prevention and Occupational Medicine of the German Social Accident Insurance, Institute of the Ruhr University (IPA), Bürkle-de-la-Camp-Platz 1, 44789 Bochum, GermanyV. van Kampen, Institute for Prevention and Occupational Me... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4427822 Sat, 29 Jan 2011 17:17:47 +0100 4427822 Diagnostic performance of cold provocation test with hands immersion in water at 10°C for 5 min evaluated in vibration-induced white finger patients and matched controls http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4427821&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn276674u1hk94026%2F Conclusions  The cold provocation test with hands immersion in water at 10°C for 5 min could discriminate VWF patients from healthy controls; however, this test has a limited diagnostic value in diagnosing patients with VWF. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-7DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0612-0Authors M. H. Mahbub, Department of Hygiene, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of Medicine, Ube, 755-8505 JapanTatsuya Ishitake, Department of Environmental Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, Kurume, 830-0011 JapanYouichi Kurozawa, Department of Social Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Tottori University, Yonago, 683-8503 JapanNorikuni Toibana, Kensei-Ishii Clinic, Tokushima, 770-3223 JapanFuyoumi Ide, Department of Hygiene, Yamaguchi University Graduate School of... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4427821 Sat, 29 Jan 2011 17:17:47 +0100 4427821 Human mercury exposure associated with small-scale gold mining in Burkina Faso http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4427823&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc631x26005105618%2F Conclusions  This study attests that mercury exposure still is an issue of concern. North–South collaborations should encourage knowledge exchange between developing and developed countries, for a cleaner artisanal gold mining process and thus for reducing human health and environmental hazards due to mercury use. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0615-xAuthors Catherine Tomicic, Institute for Work and Health (IST), Lausanne, SwitzerlandDavid Vernez, Institute for Work and Health (IST), Lausanne, SwitzerlandTounaba Belem, Office de Santé des Travailleurs (OST), Ouagadougou, Burkina FasoMichèle Berode, Institute for Work and Health (IST), Lausanne, Switzerland Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthO... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4427823 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 20:31:16 +0100 4427823 Work-related upper extremity disorders: one-year follow-up in an occupational diseases registry http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4417814&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F3073mnt7w14330l6%2F Conclusions  The role of registries of occupational diseases for preventive policy can be extended by creating longitudinal data in sample projects. In the sample from our registry, work-related upper extremity disorders had a favourable course. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0611-1Authors D. Spreeuwers, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsA. G. E. M. de Boer, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterdam, The NetherlandsJ. H. A. M. Verbeek, Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, PO Box 22700, 1100 DE Amsterd... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4417814 Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:36:59 +0100 4417814 Work–family conflict and prolonged fatigue among Japanese married male physicians http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4410387&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fc3x146451k586754%2F Conclusions  Employers should take measures to improve working conditions in hospitals, and give physicians the opportunity to learn how to cope with WFC. These measures could ultimately help prevent prolonged fatigue. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-011-0613-zAuthors Hiroshi Ohta, Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Kitasato University School of Medicine, 1-15-1 Kitasato, Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0374, JapanKoji Wada, Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Kitasato University School of Medicine, 1-15-1 Kitasato, Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa 252-0374, JapanMasatoshi Kawashima, Department of Occupational Health, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kitasato University, Sagamihara, JapanMayuri Arimatsu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4410387 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 22:18:29 +0100 4410387 MRSA as an occupational disease: a case series http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4326616&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fx797549n504tp025%2F Conclusion  MRSA infection can cause severe health problems in HCWs that may lead to long-term incapacity. As recognition of HCW claims often depends on workplace characteristics, improved surveillance of MRSA infections in HCWs would facilitate the recognition of MRSA infections as an OD. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-8DOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0610-7Authors Frank Haamann, Institution of Statutory Accident Insurance of the Health and Welfare Services, Pappelallee 35/37, 22089 Hamburg, GermanyMadeleine Dulon, Institution of Statutory Accident Insurance of the Health and Welfare Services, Pappelallee 35/37, 22089 Hamburg, GermanyAlbert Nienhaus, Institution of Statutory Accident Insurance of the Health and Welfare Services, Pappelallee 35/37, 22089 Hamburg, Germany... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4326616 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:53:15 +0100 4326616 Stage fright: its experience as a problem and coping with it http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4321531&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fb17043766j11k7j5%2F Conclusion  Stage fright was experienced as a problem and perceived as having negative career consequences by a considerable percentage of the surveyed students. In addition to a desire for more help and support, the students expressed an openness and willingness to seriously discuss and address the topic of stage fright. This provides a necessary and promising basis for optimal career preparation and, hence, an opportunity to prevent occupational problems in professional musicians. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-11DOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0608-1Authors Regina Studer, Institut universitaire romand de Santé au Travail, Institute for Work and Health, Rue du Bugnon 21, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandPatrick Gomez, Institut universitaire romand de Santé au Travail, Inst... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4321531 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 16:48:54 +0100 4321531 A retrospective analysis of noise-induced hearing loss in the Dutch construction industry http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4312802&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr8006t82v0104660%2F This study examines hearing threshold levels of a large population of Dutch construction workers and compares their hearing thresholds to those predicted by ISO-1999. Methods  In this retrospective study, medical records of periodic occupational health examinations of 29,644 construction workers are analysed. Pure-tone audiometric thresholds of noise-exposed workers are compared to a non-exposed control group and to ISO-1999 predictions. Regression analyses are conducted to explore the relationship between hearing loss and noise intensity, noise exposure time and the use of hearing protection. Results  Noise-exposed workers had greater hearing losses compared to their non-noise-exposed colleagues and to the reference population reported in ISO-19... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4312802 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 18:02:23 +0100 4312802 Health disparities between immigrant and Danish cleaners http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4312803&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fq17r50q856452758%2F Conclusions  Although the health of the cleaners was alarmingly poor, the immigrant cleaners generally had a poorer self-reported health and work ability than the Danish cleaners. These findings highlight the need for occupational health actions among cleaners, particularly tailored to the immigrant subpopulation. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0607-2Authors Marie B. Jørgensen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkCharlotte D. N. Rasmussen, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkIsabella G. Carneiro, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lersø Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkMari-Ann Flyvholm, Nationa... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4312803 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 18:02:22 +0100 4312803 The impact of the 2008 financial crisis on psychological work stress among financial workers and lawyers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4301694&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fw5q6542127565n71%2F Conclusions  The financial crisis has an unequal psychological impact on financial workers and lawyers. Financial workers’ psychosocial work stress and burnout were aggravated, while lawyers’ psychosocial work stress and burnout were alleviated. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0609-0Authors Feng-Jen Tsai, Institute of Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene, College of Public Health, National Taiwan University, Room 722, 7F., No.17, Xu-Zhou Rd., Jhongjheng District Taipei City, 100, Taiwan, R.O.C.Chang-Chuan Chan, Institute of Occupational Medicine and Industrial Hygiene, College of Public Health, National Taiwan University, Room 722, 7F., No.17, Xu-Zhou Rd., Jhongjheng District Taipei City, 100, Taiwan, R.O.C. Journal International ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4301694 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 15:03:18 +0100 4301694 Functional impairment in video terminal operators is related to low-grade inflammation http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4270615&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fa8l25381675202x8%2F Conclusions  The results here reported indicate the occurrence of a low-grade inflammatory condition in VTOs with mild/moderate disability, which might allow the early recognition of arising musculoskeletal disorders induced by repetitive stress. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0605-4Authors Silvia Riondino, Laboratory of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Advanced Biotechnologies, IRCCS San Raffaele, Via della Pisana 235, 00163 Rome, ItalyFrancesca La Farina, Laboratory of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Department of Laboratory Medicine and Advanced Biotechnologies, IRCCS San Raffaele, Via della Pisana 235, 00163 Rome, ItalyFrancesca Martini, Laboratory of Thrombosis and Haemostasis, Department of Laboratory Medicine and... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4270615 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 21:58:40 +0100 4270615 Relative magnitude of presenteeism and absenteeism and work-related factors affecting them among health care professionals http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4244094&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fu773263g8v404l10%2F Conclusions  Experience of presenteeism seemed to be common among health care workers, and it had significant economic value, although not as significant as absenteeism had. Content Type Journal ArticlePages 1-6DOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0604-5Authors Iina Rantanen, Department of Public Health, University of Turku, Turku, 20014 FinlandRisto Tuominen, Department of Public Health, University of Turku, Turku, 20014 Finland Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4244094 Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:46:01 +0100 4244094 Metabolic profile and assessment of occupational arsenic exposure in copper- and steel-smelting workers in China http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4240644&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn2311k1586252577%2F Conclusions  Release of As dust produced in crude ore extracting and smelting is the main pollution source of As in copper smelter plant. The methylation capacity of As decreases with the increase in As exposure level, and skin damage caused by As is associated with decreasing methylation capacity. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0574-7Authors Shuhua Xi, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, 92 North 2nd Road, Heping District, 110001 Shenyang, People’s Republic of ChinaQuanmei Zheng, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health, School of Public Health, China Medical University, 92 North 2nd Road, Heping District, 110001 Shenyang, People’s Republic of ChinaQiang Zhang, Dep... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4240644 Mon, 06 Dec 2010 14:44:10 +0100 4240644 Effects of occupational exposures and smoking on lung function in tile factory workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4228098&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fr3636m40631q1445%2F Conclusions  This study provides evidence that long-term exposure to dust in tile industry is related to lung function reduction. There was a suggestion of synergistic effect between dust exposure and smoking. Tile factories should consider measures to reduce dust exposure and arrange spirometry surveillance for workers with such exposure. Smoking cessation should be promoted to prevent harmful effects of occupational tile dust exposure. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0603-6Authors Maritta S. Jaakkola, Respiratory Medicine Unit, Department of Medicine, Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oulu, P.O. Box 5000, 90014 Oulu, FinlandPenpatra Sripaiboonkij, Institute of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, University of Birmingham, Birming... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4228098 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:49:17 +0100 4228098 The distribution and co-occurrence of physical and psychosocial risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in a general working population http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4228099&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F82g1l6x422571744%2F Conclusions  This study provides novel information on the occupational exposures in general working population. It appears that co-occurrence of physical and psychosocial exposures should be considered in research and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders. In addition, a broader set of occupational factors, e.g., work organization, are suggested to be included in future studies to cover all the relevant determinants. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0597-0Authors Johanna Kausto, Centre of Expertise for Health and Work Ability, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, 00250 Helsinki, FinlandHelena Miranda, Centre of Expertise for Health and Work Ability, Finnish Institute of Occupational Health, Topeliuksenkatu 41 a A, 002... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4228099 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:49:16 +0100 4228099 Heart rate variability changes in physicians working on night call http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4202215&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F92755296701h927l%2F Conclusions  The physiological recovery after night duty seemed sufficient in terms of HRV patterns for HFnu, reflecting autonomic balance and did not differ between specialities. However, the less dynamic HRV after daytime work and during night-call duty in the ANEST group may indicate a higher physiological stress level. These results may contribute to the improvement of night-call schedules within the health care sector. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0593-4Authors Birgitta Malmberg, Division of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Department of Laboratory Medicine, Lund University, 221 85 Lund, SwedenRoger Persson, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, DenmarkPer Flisberg, Department of Anaesthesiology and Inte... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4202215 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:51:40 +0100 4202215 Interactive effect of fluoride burden with calcitonin receptor gene polymorphisms on the risk of F bone injury http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4202216&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fgl74411872226421%2F Conclusion  The interactive effect of F burden and CTR genotype was significant, which increased the F bone injury risk. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0602-7Authors Jun Tu, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Hubei, Wuhan 430030, People’s Republic of ChinaKejian Liu, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Hubei, Wuhan 430030, People’s Republic of ChinaYu’e Song, Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Hubei, Wuhan 4300... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4202216 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 18:51:39 +0100 4202216 Bergen Burnout Inventory: reliability and validity among Finnish and Estonian managers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4181756&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F0286777gp5705p92%2F Conclusions  The BBI can be used for the measurement of burnout in both research and occupational health contexts. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0594-3Authors Katariina Salmela-Aro, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, FinlandJohanna Rantanen, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandKatriina Hyvönen, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, FinlandKati Tilleman, Estonian Business School, Tallinn, EstoniaTaru Feldt, University of Jyväskylä, Jyväskylä, Finland Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4181756 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:22:37 +0100 4181756 Working conditions and psychosocial risk factors of employees in French electricity and gas company customer support departments http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4181758&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fnxg757652n7j82rk%2F Conclusions  Employees who spend more than 75% of their working time on the phone cumulate every factor linked with a high level of constraints, but all employees of the EDF and Gaz de France customer service centers are concerned. These workers share many characteristics with other call centers: predominantly female workforce; high educational level; wish to leave this sector despite the initial choice; high level of psychosocial risk factors. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0595-2Authors Anne Chevalier, SGMC EDF Gaz de France, Paris, FranceMichel Dessery, ERDF GrDF, Reims, FranceMarie-Françoise Boursier, ERDF GrDF, Metz, FranceMarie Catherine Grizon, EDF SA, Paris, FranceChristian Jayet, SCAST EDF SA, Paris, FranceCatherine Reymond, ERDF GrDF, ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4181758 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:22:35 +0100 4181758 Cyclododecane exposure in the field of conservation and restoration of art objects http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4181757&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F76u8xn4088422704%2F Conclusion  Preventive measures should be undertaken to limit as much as possible these exposures. Field work in confined areas (ditches, underground) is of particular concern. CDD-coated artifacts or materials should be stored in ventilated areas to avoid delayed exposures. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0596-1Authors David Vernez, Institute of Work and Health, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandBarthélémy Wognin, Occupational Medicine Department, Yopougon Hospital, 21 BP 632, Abidjan, Ivory CoastCatherine Tomicic, Institute of Work and Health, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandGregory Plateel, Institute of Work and Health, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandNicole Charrière, Institute of Work and Health, 1011 Lausanne, SwitzerlandStefanie Bruhin, The Swiss National Mu... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4181757 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:22:35 +0100 4181757 Engagement and Vicarious Traumatization in rescue workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4178005&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk6648j0358542178%2F Conclusions  The results confirm the hypotheses that Engagement and Vicarious Traumatization are primarily determined by organizational variables, and, particularly, by the level of job support. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0601-8Authors Piergiorgio Argentero, Department of Psychology, University of Pavia, Pavia, ItalyIlaria Setti, Department of Psychology, University of Pavia, Pavia, Italy Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health) International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4178005 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 18:14:26 +0100 4178005 Impairment of color vision in aircraft maintenance workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4178006&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fn467484021l1111m%2F Conclusion  The results indicate reduced color discrimination among the exposed subjects compared to one of two control groups. The findings may be due to previous exposure to solvents among the air force personnel. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0600-9Authors Maya Guest, Faculty of Health, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW 2308, AustraliaCatherine D’Este, Faculty of Health, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW 2308, AustraliaJohn Attia, Faculty of Health, University of Newcastle, University Drive, Callaghan, NSW 2308, AustraliaMay Boggess, Department of Mathematics, Texas A & M University, College Station, TX USAAnthony Brown, School of Rural Health, University of Sydney, Dubbo, NSW AustraliaMeredith ... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4178006 Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:37:42 +0100 4178006 The moderating effect of work-time influence on the effect of shift work: a prospective cohort study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4161651&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2Fk52h5n860452428h%2F Conclusion  Shift workers appear to be especially vulnerable to the negative effect of moderate or low work-time influence. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0592-5Authors Kirsten Nabe-Nielsen, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lerso Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkAnne Helene Garde, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lerso Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkKaren Albertsen, The National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Lerso Parkallé 105, 2100 Copenhagen, DenmarkFinn Diderichsen, Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Øster Farimagsgade 5, P. O. Box 2099, 1014 Copenhagen, Denmark Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISS... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4161651 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:24:07 +0100 4161651 Implantable cardioverter defibrillator and 50-Hz electric and magnetic fields exposure in the workplace http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4161652&cid=s_33379_48_f&fid=33379&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.springerlink.com%2Fcontent%2F3766220v0u1v6530%2F Conclusions  This information provides the basis for the occupational physician to make a decision about fitness for work. This procedure can be extended to other medical implants and to electromagnetic fields frequencies other than 50-Hz. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s00420-010-0599-yAuthors M. Souques, EDF, Service des Etudes Médicales, 45 rue Kléber, 92300 Levallois-Perret, FranceI. Magne, EDF R&D, Laboratoires des Matériels Electriques, avenue des Renardières, 77818 Moret-sur-Loing, FranceJ. Lambrozo, EDF, Service des Etudes Médicales, 45 rue Kléber, 92300 Levallois-Perret, France Journal International Archives of Occupational and Environmental HealthOnline ISSN 1432-1246Print ISSN 0340-0131 (Source: International Archives of Occupational a... International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4161652 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 17:24:06 +0100 4161652