Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) remains a critical public health challenge globally. While
tobacco smoking is the most recognized risk factor, occupational exposures―especially to vapors, gases,
dusts, and fumes (VGDF)―are increasingly…
Common mental disorders (CMDs) are highly prevalent worldwide. Leisure time physical
inactivity (LTPI) is a key modifiable behavior increasingly recognized for its contribution to CMD risk,
alongside tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and…
Alarming numbers of workers report mental health harm caused by work-related factors,
necessitating better psychosocial risk (PSR) management practices in workplaces. This study uses the
theory of planned behavior as a framework to understand the…
Previous research has shown that the organization’s psychosocial safety climate (PSC) is
crucial for protecting workers’ psychological well-being. In this study, we sought to understand how
different exposure [prolonged (long-term) vs. short-term]…
Previous studies suggest that workers with disabilities are susceptible to workplace
bullying. Additionally, research indicates that filing compensation claims can strain employer
—employee relationships. This study investigates experiences of…
Early-onset dementia poses a significant public health challenge, particularly due to its
profound impact on working-age individuals (under 65 years). This study investigated the association
between job loss and early-onset dementia in middle-aged…
Changes in the workplace have increased occupational stress, leading to health issues such
as burnout syndrome (BOS), which results from poorly managed chronic workplace stress. The Korean
Burnout Syndrome Scale (KBOSS) has been used to diagnose…
Occupational skin diseases (OSDs) are among the most common work-related illnesses and
impose a significant socioeconomic burden. While improvements in workplace environments have been
noted in the Republic of Korea over the past two decades,…
Toxic effects due to occupational exposures are a substantial yet underreported public
health issue. This descriptive study investigated 532 toxic exposure episodes from January 2021 to June
2024 at a single university hospital in the Republic of…