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Results of a study on occupational and non-occupational determinants of obesity among blue-collar workers

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: BACKGROUND: Obesity is a serious health problem among workers. Blue-collar workers, despite the fact that their work involves physical effort, may also have difficulty maintaining a healthy body weight. A survey was conducted to determine the prevalence of overweight and obesity among blue-collar workers employed in various sectors of industry. The study also examined the influence of selected occupational and non-occupational factors on excessive body mass in this group of workers. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The survey was conducted using the computer assisted personal interview method among a group of 542 men, blue-collar workers aged 25-65 years, with an average age of 43.9 years. RESULTS: (IPAQ) compared to normal-weight workers. CONCLUSIONS: It seems that for the subjects studied, the key to achieving or maintaining normal weight should be to strengthen lifestyle activities. Workplaces should play a supportive role by encouraging recreational activities and providing adequate time for rest and recovery. Med Pr Work Health Saf. 2025;76(5):373-383.

Source: Medycyna Pracy

DOI: 10.13075/mp.5893.01641

Author: Elżbieta Łastowiecka-Moras

Institution: Central Institute for Labour Protection

Language: English

Topic: Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $539