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Results of a Virtual Migraine Education Program in an Employed Population
Conclusions: An employer-offered migraine education program distributed virtually to remote workers has the potential to improve migraine symptoms and treatment as well as productivity. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

Acute Physiological Response of Live-Fire Simulation Activities Affecting Cardiovascular Health in Live-Fire Instructors: A Randomized Controlled Simulation Study
This study aimed to assess acute physiological response of fire suppression simulation affecting cardiovascular health during repeated bouts of simulation. Methods: Fifteen live-fire instructors were randomly divided into three groups according to fire suppression simulation frequency. Vital signs, biomarkers, and heart rate variability (HRV) were measured before and after simulation. Results: Vital signs increased immediately after fire simulation and returned to the normal range after 2 h. Most biomarker levels were changed within the normal ranges 72 h after the simulation training. However, one of the...
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

Prevalence of Self-Reported Prescription Opioid Use and Illicit Drug Use Among U.S. Adults: NHANES 2005–2016
Conclusion: The prevalence of prescription opioid use was elevated among some occupations. Judicious prescription strategies and targeted interventions are both needed. The prevalence of illicit drug use among certain occupational groups suggests the need to ensure access to therapy. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

Association of Organizational Factors With the Proportion of Healthy Behaviours and Control of Blood Pressure at a Company Level
Conclusion: The implementation of organizational factors by corporations may improve the lifestyle behaviors and disease management of their employees. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

Work-Related Behavior and Experience Patterns Among Ambulance Service Personnel of Different Organizational Structures in Urban and Rural Regions
Conclusions: There is a need for workplace health promotion and prevention measures, which are especially useful for employees in professional fire departments. Aid organizations in urban and rural regions should also attend to these measures. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

What Are Work-Related Predictors of Post-COVID-19 Home and Family Work Roles? A Cross-Sectional Survey
This study was a cross-sectional survey. The primary outcome measure was the Home and Family Work Roles Questionnaire. Descriptive statistical methods and multiple regression analyses were run. The significant predictors were further probed in a one-way analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) model with a Tukey posthoc correction. Results: In our sample of 1447 participants, the two significant predictors of post-COVID-19 home and family work roles were pre-pandemic paid job status (F [3, 1401] = 5.66, P  (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

Practical Strategies and Tools for Use by Occupational and Environmental Medicine Departments During COVID-19 Pandemic Surges
Conclusions: These tools are created with commonly used software. Implementation is feasible in most front-line OEM settings, including those with limited resources. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: FAST TRACK ARTICLES Source Type: research

Work Absence Following COVID-19 Vaccination in a Cohort of Healthcare Personnel
Conclusions: While side effects from mRNA vaccine dose 2 resulted in more work absence, statistically significant geographic differences in STD suggest cultural and staffing factors may impact HCP to utilize STD following vaccination. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: FAST TRACK ARTICLES Source Type: research

Association Between Abrupt Change to Teleworking and Physical Symptoms During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Emergency Declaration in Japan
Conclusions: Workers who abruptly began telework experienced more physical symptoms than non-teleworkers during the emergency declaration. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - January 1, 2022 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Response to Letter to the Editor: “The Role of Occupational Risk Assessment and Health Surveillance in SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Testing of Unexposed Asymptomatic Workers in Selected Workplaces”
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - December 1, 2021 Category: Occupational Health Tags: LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research

The Role of Occupational Risk Assessment and Health Surveillance in SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Testing of “Unexposed Asymptomatic Workers in Selected Workplaces”
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - December 1, 2021 Category: Occupational Health Tags: LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Source Type: research

Nutrient Intake of Wildland Firefighters During Arduous Wildfire Suppression: Macronutrient and Micronutrient Consumption
Wildland firefighters (WLFFs) perform in adverse environments making rapid adjustments to dietary needs. The National Mobile Food Services (NMFS) contract details WLFF dietary provisions on wildfire incidents. Objective: Determine the nutrient content of food and drink provided to and consumed by WLFFs under the NMFS contract. Methods: Individual (n = 122) dietary provisions and consumption was recorded during 1 workday. Nutritional analysis of items provided was compared with consumption and the recommended dietary allowance (RDA). Results: WLFFs consumed significantly (P  (Source: Journal of Oc...
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - December 1, 2021 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

Association Between Telecommuting Environment and Low Back Pain Among Japanese Telecommuting Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study
Conclusions: Our findings suggest that telecommuting environment is associated with the prevalence of LBP. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - December 1, 2021 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research

COVID-19 Prevalence and Prevention Behaviors Among US Certified Organic Producers
Objective: There is a scarcity of data on the impact of the pandemic in farmers. Methods: Cross-sectional survey of certified organic producers through a 28-item self-reported paper or electronic survey. Analysis included descriptive statistics, Cronbach α to measure the internal consistency of a six-item prevention scale, and correlation and regression analyses. Results: A total of 344 records were computed. Infection rate among producers was 6.4%. Sex and farm size were the most statistically significant predictors of prevention behaviors. Women reported more use of prevention methods (β = 0.333, ...
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - December 1, 2021 Category: Occupational Health Tags: FAST TRACK ARTICLE Source Type: research

Development and Validity Testing of the Workplace Parent Index: Assessment of Family-Friendly Practice
Conclusions: The WPI demonstrated excellent psychometric properties that can be used to assess comprehensive family-friendly practices in the workplace when addressing the need and prioritizing the allocation of resources for workplace parentship program initiatives. (Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine)
Source: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine - December 1, 2021 Category: Occupational Health Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLES Source Type: research