Effect of night work on occurrence of ischemic cardiovascular diseases

Study

In France, ischemic cardiovascular diseases are a major and frequent cause of premature death or disablement, frequently affecting members of the working population who are aged under 65. The clearly identified classic risk factors explain only some of these diseases. The involvement of other factors originating from the working world, such as, for example, night work, have been mentioned in recent years. Two recent reports (IGAS, COCT) have emphasised the utility of companies taking better account of prevention of multi-factor diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases. <br/>
In this context, it is proposed for an epidemiological study of the nested case control type to be conducted to examine the link between night work, which concerns about 15% of employees, and the occurrence of ischemic cardiovascular diseases. This study will be conducted in partnership with external research teams (CONSTANCES cohort, InVS/DST, INSERM/CHU). <br/>
In view of the small amount of French data available, it is expected that the results will facilitate dissemination and implementation of specific prevention measures in companies on the theme of ischemic cardiovascular diseases.<br/>
The results of this study will be presented at science days and symposia. Publications in peer-reviewed international journals will be proposed as will publications in journals for OSH specialists, in particular French ones.