Systematic Review Links Workplace Demands and Schedules to Older Worker Sickness Absence - Bioengineer.org
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A systematic review of 24 studies identifies physical demands, psychosocial workplace conditions, and work schedules as key drivers of sickness absence among workers aged 50 and older. The research highlights that heavy manual work, environmental hazards, high job demands with low control, and effort-reward imbalance significantly increase illness-related absenteeism in aging workforces.
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A comprehensive systematic review synthesizing research on occupational health has identified specific physical demands, psychosocial environments, and work-time configurations as primary drivers of sickness absence among employees aged 50 years and older. Led by researchers Krisztina Gero, Christoph Benken, and Nico Dragano, the investigation analyzed findings across 24 peer-reviewed studies to cโฆ
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