Workplace Stress and Long COVID in Japan
Author Information
Author(s): Igarashi Yu, Tateishi Seiichiro, Harada Arisa, Hino Ayako, Tsuji Mayumi, Ando Hajime, Matsuda Shinya, Fujino Yoshihisa, Mori Koji
Primary Institution: University of Occupational and Environmental Health
Hypothesis
Does the presence of workplace stressors prior to COVID-19 infection increase the risk of developing Long COVID among workers?
Conclusion
Preinfection workplace stressors may contribute to the development of Long COVID in workers.
Supporting Evidence
- 248 out of 1539 participants reported Long COVID.
- High job demands increased the odds of Long COVID development.
- Poor supervisor and co-worker support were significant risk factors for Long COVID.
Takeaway
If people have a lot of stress at work before getting COVID-19, they might have a higher chance of feeling sick for a long time after they recover.
Methodology
This was a prospective cohort study using online survey data collected from participants before and after COVID-19 infection, assessing workplace stressors and Long COVID symptoms.
Potential Biases
Self-reported COVID-19 infection may introduce reporting bias.
Limitations
Selection bias may exist due to the internet survey method, and workplace stressors may have changed over time, potentially affecting results.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 20 to 60, employed, and included both office and non-office workers from various regions in Japan.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p=0.015 for high job demands
Confidence Interval
95% CI, 1.09-2.20 for high job demands
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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