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Gender dfferences in self-rated health and sickness absence costs: determinants and economic impacts

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Highlights• Men with better self-perceived health take sick leave less frequently.• Women report poorer self-rated health and higher sickness absence than men.• Self-rated health determines sickness absence among European workers.• Work environment factors influence sickness absence and its cost.

Source: International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health

DOI: 10.13075/ijomeh.1896.02776

Author: Katarzyna Miszczyńska

Language: English

Topic: Workplace Health and Well-being

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth, Reduced inequalities, Gender equality

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $701

OpenAlex ID: W7224938720