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Abstract
Aim: The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between shift schedule and body mass index (BMI) among a sample of Canadian Nurses. Background: Higher BMI values have been reported for employees working non-standard shifts compared to those working a regular daytime schedule. Little is known about the pathways through which shift work is associated with higher BMI. Methods: This study was a secondary analysis of a sample from National Survey on the Work and Health of Nurses (N=9291). Results: We found a small, but statistically significant, difference in BMI scores across shift schedule categories with higher BMI scores reported among female nurses working night or mixed shift schedules, compared with those working a regular daytime schedule. Adjustment for working conditions and employer supported facilities did not attenuate the association between shift work and BMI scores. Conclusions: The potential public health importance of this relationship requires further investigation given the small, but statistically significant, differences observed in this sample.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 24 - 31 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Applied Nursing Research |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2013 |
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The impact of the ageing workforce on work injury and compensation systems in Australia
Australian Research Council (ARC)
3/01/12 → 31/12/14
Project: Research