Shift workers at risk for heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes

(American Osteopathic Association) Working nights disrupts individuals' circadian rhythm, the body's internal clock responsible for neural and hormonal signaling. When the circadian rhythm is desynchronized from the sleep/wake cycle, it causes a cascade of hormonal changes that lead to metabolic disorders and the development multiple chronic conditions. Kulkarni recommends several measures to prevent serious health issues associated with shift work.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news