Relationship between receiving a workplace oral health examination including oral health instruction and oral health status in the Japanese adult population.

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The current study was performed to (1) understand the distribution of airborne fungi culturable on dichloran-glycerol agar (DG18) media over a one-year monitoring period, (2) identify the types of airborne fungi collected, and (3) compare and contrast under- and above-ground spaces, in two railway stations i...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Kawasaki T,Kyotani T,Ushiogi T,Izumi Y,Lee H,Hayakawa T

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective of this study is to clarify the health-related conditions of Japanese male expatriates in Thailand. Records of Japanese male expatriates in their 30s to 50s who consulted outpatient clinics at Bangkok Hospital in 2005 were analyzed for number and type of outpatient visits then compared with data from the "Pa...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Sakai R,Wongkhomthong SA,Marui E,Laobhripatr S

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Thioglycolic acid (TGA) is the active ingredient of permanent-waving solution (PWS). TGA has been shown to be a chemical of high toxicity, which can be absorbed through intact skin and cause damage to organs or systems in animals. This study evaluated the effect of TGA-containing PWS on the health of a human populatio...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Gan HF,Meng XS,Song CH,Li BX

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Systemic effects of p, p'-DDE (1, 1-dichloro-2, 2 bis (p-chlorophenyl) ethylene; DDE) on immature male rats were investigated in pubertal Wistar rats after oral administration of DDE. Special rat chow containing 125 ppm DDE (approximately 10 mg/kg DDE) had been administered daily for 42 d since 6 wk of age and its eff...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Makita Y,Matsuura T,Ogata R,Romero Y,Omura M,Tanaka A,Hirata M,Inoue N

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Many kinds of heavy metals are used in industry; thus, it is important for us to clarify their toxicity. For example, lead, which is a component of solder, is notorious for its neurotoxicity, and substitute materials have been sought for many years. Therefore, we examined the genotoxicity of lead and also th...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Asakura K,Satoh H,Chiba M,Okamoto M,Serizawa K,Nakano M,Omae K

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to investigate the association between skill underutilization, a psychological job stressor proposed in the NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) job stress model, and the prevalence of hypertension. METHODS:We studied sitting blood pressure and fasting bloo...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Konno S,Munakata M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Occupational lead (Pb) exposure is still an important health problem in the world. Long-term Pb exposure causes several adverse effects. The aim of this study was to investigate the changes of inflammation markers with chronic Pb exposure by analyzing neopterin levels and kynurenine (Kyn) to tryptophan (Trp)...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Sipahi H,Girgin G,Palabiyik SS,Tutkun E,Yilmaz OH,Baydar T

更新日期：2017-07-27 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to assess the value and usefulness of high resolution computed tomography (HRCT) in the diagnostics of small opacities and complications of silicosis in mine machinery manufacturing workers, compared to conventional radiograms. The diagnosis of silicosis is mainly based on the radiologica...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Sun J,Weng D,Jin C,Yan B,Xu G,Jin B,Xia S,Chen J

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUNDS:Two-component acrylic resin used in nail art and dentistry can cause allergic contact dermatitis (ACD), but only a few reports from Japan have been published. CASES:A 35-year-old female manicurist (case 1) and 30-year-old female dental hygienist (case 2) were diagnosed with ACD caused by ethyl methacrylate...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Minamoto K

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Despite the great impact the migration has had in economic, social and health-related fields, and the repercussions of alcohol consumption on them, few data exist concerning the extent of alcohol consumption in migrant workers. The aims of this study were to identify workers with a hazardous drinking problem...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Perez-Carceles MD,Medina MD,Perez-Flores D,Noguera JA,Pereniguez JE,Madrigal M,Luna A

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:In this study, we focused on the qualitative and quantitative differences of the lung lesions induced by single or multiple intratracheal administration of nickel oxide nanoparticles (NiO). METHODS:Male rats were randomized into groups receiving intratracheal administrations in a single dose or two to four ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Senoh H,Kano H,Suzuki M,Ohnishi M,Kondo H,Takanobu K,Umeda Y,Aiso S,Fukushima S

更新日期：2017-03-28 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Although many studies have examined locomotive syndrome (LS) among elderly people, few studies have examined LS in young- and middle-aged adults. This study aimed to provide basic data on the epidemiological characteristics of LS, including in young- and middle-aged adults. METHOD:We conducted a cross-secti...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Ohtsuki M,Nishimura A,Kato T,Sokejima S,Shibata T,Okada H,Nagao-Nishiwaki R,Sudo A

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Perfluorooctanoate (PFOA) and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) are synthetic surfactants used in Japan. An epidemiological study of workers exposed to PFOA revealed a significant increase in prostate cancer mortality. A cross-sectional study of PFOA-exposed workers showed that PFOA perturbs sex hormone homeostasis. We...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Saito N,Harada K,Inoue K,Sasaki K,Yoshinaga T,Koizumi A

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A voluntary compliance program for occupational health and safety management, Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP), was implemented with a strategy of cooperation and encouragement in Taiwan. Due to limitations on increasing the human forces of inspection, a regulatory-based guideline addressing the essence of Occupati...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Su TS,Tsai WY,Yu YC

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The purpose of the present study was to obtain knowledge for improvement of the housing and life among radiation decontamination workers by examining the effect of housing type on anxiety over lack of privacy. METHODS:This cross-sectional study comprised 544 male radiation decontamination workers in Fukushi...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Hidaka T,Kakamu T,Endo S,Sato S,Masuishi Y,Kumagai T,Nakano S,Koyama K,Fukushima T

更新日期：2018-09-26 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study investigated potential associations between having a person in need of nursing care at home and psychological distress amongst the Japanese working population, using a nationally representative sample. METHODS:We extracted data from the 2013 Comprehensive Survey of Living Conditions conducted by ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Eguchi H,Wada K

更新日期：2018-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:It is common to find doctors working long and odd hours and many at times without rest and sleep. Despite the evidence of adverse risk, jeopardizing patient safety under the hands of fatigue doctors under such working hours has not changed in many places. It has argued that with such training and subsequent ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Xavier G,Su Ting A,Fauzan N

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Nickel oxide nanoparticles (NiONPs) are representative metal oxide NPs and are categorized as an insoluble nickel compound. Our previous studies suggested that NiONPs have more pulmonary toxicity than micron-sized NiO because they may dissolve slowly and produce many more Ni ions. We confirmed the hypothesis ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Nishi KI,Kadoya C,Ogami A,Oyabu T,Morimoto Y,Ueno S,Myojo T

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aims of this study were to develop approaches for monitoring and prioritizing factors associated with thermal stresses imposed on workers in iron and steel casting industries, and to eventually purpose effective control strategies. METHODS:The whole study was completed in the furnace areas of two steel ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Chen WY,Lo CL,Chen CP,Juang YJ,Yoon C,Tsai PJ

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This review provides perspectives on cardiovascular occupational stress research since the 1960s until now. The author argues for closer links between basic science and clinical follow-up examinations of patients. In an excellent way urinary excretion of adrenaline and noradrenaline during wake hours mirrors day to da...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Theorell T

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:There are high levels of global and national underemployment, but limited information is available on the impact of this phenomenon on the quality of employees' working lives. This study examines the relations among perceived employer support for creative work, different forms of underemployment and employee...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Raykov M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Cadmium fluoride (CdF2, CdF for short) is the most lethal and hepatotoxic of all Cd-containing compounds. The toxic effects of CdF appear to depend on its detoxification and elimination. This study was designed to determine the early dynamics of the absorption, systemic distribution, and metabolism of CdF. The kinetic...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Dote T,Adachi K,Yamadori E,Imanishi M,Tsuji H,Tanida E,Kono K

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim was to explore long-term changes in the perception of job characteristics--based on the Job Content Questionnaire (JCQ)--in view of the changing labor market in Western societies. A total number of 2,821 workers from nine companies were involved in the longitudinal Belstress-project. Data were gathered on two ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Clays E,De Bacquer D,Leynen F,Kornitzer M,Kittel F,De Backer G

更新日期：2006-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this study was to determine ultraviolet (UV) action spectra for cell killing of primary porcine lens epithelial cells (LECs) that can be used to establish guidelines for evaluation of the hazard of cataract due to UV exposure in the workplace. METHODS:Primary porcine LECs were exposed to differen...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Okuno T,Nakanishi-Ueda T,Ueda T,Yasuhara H,Koide R

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This study prospectively examined the association between perceived noise exposure at work and cerebrovascular diseases among Japanese male workers. A baseline survey was conducted between 1988 and 1990, which involved 110,792 inhabitants (age range: 40-79 yr) from 45 areas throughout Japan. Subsequent causes of death...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Fujino Y,Iso H,Tamakoshi A,JACC study group.

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The effects of working hours on health were examined taking psychological job strain into account. White-collar workers employed at the main office of a Japanese manufacturing company provided data for analysis done in 1997. The eligible subjects were 286 workers aged 20-39. Causal relationships between working hours,...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Tarumi K,Hagihara A,Morimoto K

更新日期：2004-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Occupational diseases (OD) are among the most significant issues of work life, with economic, medical, social, and ethical aspects. The majority of studies concerning OD focus on the causes or medical outcomes of OD. There are a limited number of studies investigating the social and economic impacts of being ...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Beyan AC,Demiral Y,Cimrin A

更新日期：2018-11-27 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the association between dental consultation and oral health status among male Japanese employees. METHODS:The participants were 3351 male employees who received a workplace oral health examination conducted at the ages of 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, and 59 years before retirement in conjunction with a...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Shimazaki Y,Nonoyama T,Miyano Y,Miyata Y,Hisada K,Nagasawa T

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Healthcare workers (HCWs) are exposed daily to the risk of injury by needlesticks and other medical instruments. However, the psychiatric impacts of such injuries have not been evaluated. The aim of this study was to evaluate the mental health status of HCWs with experiences of needlestick and sharps injuries. A cross...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Sohn JW,Kim BG,Kim SH,Han C

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Although well-being at work is important for occupational health, multi-dimensional workplace well-being measures do not exist for Japanese workers. The purpose of this study was to investigate the validity of the Japanese version of the Workplace PERMA-Profiler. METHODS:Japanese workers completed online su...

journal_title：Journal of occupational health

authors： Watanabe K,Kawakami N,Shiotani T,Adachi H,Matsumoto K,Imamura K,Matsumoto K,Yamagami F,Fusejima A,Muraoka T,Kagami T,Shimazu A,L Kern M

更新日期：2018-09-26 00:00:00