The mediating role of sleep, physical activity, and diet in the association between shift work and respiratory infections

Conclusions Compared to non-sh ift workers, shift workers had a higher incidence rate of ILI/ARI that was partly mediated by poorer sleep quality. Therefore, it may be relevant for future research to focus on perceived sleep quality as an underlying mechanism in the relation between shift work and increased infection susceptibili ty.byLoef B, van der Beek AJ, Hulsegge G, van Baarle D, Proper KI. doi:10.5271/sjweh.3895
Source: Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health - Category: Occupational Health Tags: Original article Source Type: research