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O-097 THE FORGOTTEN HISTORIAN: THE PASSION OF LUIGI CARROZZI (1880–1963) FOR OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE’S PAST
Authors: Riva Michele Augusto , Paladino Maria Emilia , Belingheri Michael , D’Orso Marco Italo , Mazzagatti Roberto 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Luigi Carozzi (1880–1963) is known for his role as Head of the Industrial Hygiene Service at the International Labour Office (ILO) from 1920 to 1940 and as the secretary of the ICOH from 1906 to 1954. However, Carozzi’s interest in the history of occupational medicine remained in the background.

Methods
This study is based on the examination of largely unpublished documents from the ILO Historical Archives (Geneva), and his personal papers.

Results and discussion
During his career, Carozzi showed a profound interest in the history of occupational medicine. This interest was likely inherited from his mentor Luigi Devoto (1864–1936), who rediscovered the contributions of Bernardino Ramazzini (1633–1714). Carozzi’s dedication to the history of occupational diseases is evident in writings published in French and Italian in 1930. Notably, his major work, the 1930 Encyclopaedia of Safety, begins with a motto from Ramazzini, and references to the founding figure of the discipline are frequent throughout the text. Carozzi was keen on presenting a historical image on the first pages of the Encyclopaedia, such as the “Landscape with a Foundry” (c. 1525) by the Flemish painter Herri met de Bles (c. 1490–1566). In 1941, Carozzi published his main work dedicated to the history of silicosis. Finally, according to the testimony of his son, Albert (1925–2014), Carozzi worked in his last few years on an unfinished treatise on the history of occupational medicine.

Conclusion
Luigi Carozzi’s originality, depth of analysis, and methodology established him as one of the early modern historians of occupational medicine.
O-098 VECTORS FORMATION OF RUSSIA OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH DISSERTATION RESEARCH IN THE PERIOD 1998-2020
Authors: Shigan Vgeny , Budaragin Valery 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The scientometric indicators analysis makes it possible to identify the various directions influence in the science development, to evaluate the flow of scientific information in quantitative terms and to predict its further formation. To do this, you can use dissertation research.

Methods
Dissertations in the specialty “Occupational Health” were selected on the Internet site of the Russian State Library in the Electronic Documents Fund, data analysis, generalization and mathematical processing were carried out.

Results
45% of researchers developed issues of occupational hygiene and 55% of occupational medicine. On the industry basis the works are devoted mining industry 25%, chemical and oil refining industry 15%, mechanical engineering 11%, metallurgy 10%. Of the clinical profile dissertations, the largest number is devoted to study of nervous and musculoskeletal systems (17%), the cardiovascular system 16% and the bronchopulmonary system 15%. There has been a reorientation from medical developments towards research on diseases prevention, their share has begun to approach half of the work and amounts 46%, the diagnostic methods - 12%; the clinical course study - 30%; treatment - 13%.

Discussion
The results confirm the relevance of developing the workers` health in industries with dangerous and harmful working conditions, show the demand for specialists who know the diseases aspects of those organs and systems that are often subject to a pathological process in occupational medicine.

Conclusion
The analysis of occupational health dissertations made it possible to identify the topics of study in occupational hygiene and medicine, to identify priority research areas and trends for the further development.
O-101 LEAKAGE VERSUS MATERIAL FILTRATION IN BARRIER FACEMASK EFFICIENCY
Authors: Bahloul Ali , Brochot Clothilde , Layne Barbara 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
During COVID-19 pandemic, the World Health Association recommend the wearing of facemasks to prevent the spread of virus.

Methods
Masks can significantly protect others and may offer some protection to the wearer. Although there are standards for FFRs (respirators), they all indicate the level of protection for the wearer. However, testing facial masks not at the point of inhalation, but at the source, the exhale, offers a new perspective on how to impede particle emissions.

Results
In this work, the experimental results show that, although the barrier face covering is less effective than respirators or surgical masks, it can reduce the concentration of aerosols downstream of the device. Three different facemasks are tested. Two heads manikin (emitter and receptor) are installed in a controlled environment chamber. A wet air jet containing NaCl particles is installed at the mouth of the head emitter. Barrier efficiency is defined by the effectiveness of the facemask in stopping the transmission of simulated virus to the receptor. The results on barrier efficiency show a rapid decrease in effectiveness the face covering is not sealed to the head. The barrier efficiency of two of the barrier face coverings tested is strongly dependent on leakage caused by the fit rather than the material.

Discussion and conclusion
While some materials certainly are more effective than others in inhibiting particle penetration, an even more profound factor is the amount of leakage emitted from a mask. New approaches to fit and design in order to reduce leakage an important factor in combatting virus aerosol transmission.
O-102 THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT AND THERAPY BEHAVIOR OF WORKERS WITH HYPERTENSION
Authors: Tanaka Masahiro , Nagata Tomohisa , Odagami Kiminori , Adi Nuri Purwito , Mori Koji 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
The previous study showed that supervisor support was associated with continuation of diabetes treatment. However, little is known about the association between Perceived Organizational Support (POS) and hypertension treatment. The present study examined the relationship between POS and seeking behavior of hypertension treatment.

Methods
This was a cross-sectional study conducted in March 2022 among employees aged 20 years or older using self-administered questionnaires. Out of 27,693 workers, 3,198 workers with hypertension were included in the analysis. The independent variable was POS score (0-48 points). The dependent variable was seeking behavior of hypertension treatment. We examined the relationship between POS and seeking behavior of hypertension treatment using logistic regression analysis. We adjusted age, sex, equivalent income, marital status, the number of employees in the workplace, and occupation as covariates. The study was approved by the Ethics Committee of the UOEH.

Results
There were 2,215 (69.3%) in the treatment group and 983 (30.7%) in the non-treatment group. The higher POS score by one point, the higher the odds ratio of seeking behavior by 1.01, a significant difference. (p-value = 0.02)

Discussion
The study found that there was a statistically significant relationship between POS and seeking behavior of hypertension treatment. A previous study showed that high POS in the workplace is associated with workers’ participation in health behaviors.

Conclusion
High POS may encourage workers to participate in health measures implemented by the company such as a health guidance after health examination.
O-103 WORKPLACE-BASED STAFF HEALTH SCREENING: AN EFFECTIVE NURSE-LED PROGRAM TO INCREASE PREVENTATIVE HEALTH SCREENING AND PROMOTE HEALTH AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN A TERTIARY HOSPITAL IN SINGAPORE
Authors: Goei Anne , Lim See Ming , Tay Suzanna S K , Ng Choon Teck , Chew Eileen 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Chronic disease burden is increasing in Singapore, with earlier onset -- among those with diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia (DHL), between 14.5% and 31.6% are aged 18-39 years. Chronic diseases result in disability and absenteeism, reducing income and work productivity. Screening is a valuable tool to (i) detect pre-clinical disease, allowing early interventions, and (ii) treat clinical disease early, reducing morbidity and mortality. Workplaces are a useful setting to encourage screening.

Methods
Collaborating with Human Resources (HR) and Operations, the Staff Clinic held a screening exercise among hospital workers from April-July 2023. Staff signed up online and registered under a separate queue at staggered times. Investigations were done within 10 minutes. Results were reflected online within 3 days. Those with borderline abnormalities were advised lifestyle modifications, while gross abnormalities warranted doctor’s consultation. HR bore screening and consultation costs.

Results
36% (n=1763) of eligible staff attended screening. Mean age was 31.03 years (±4.77 years). Staff were primarily nursing (36%), allied health (38%) and administrative (20%) personnel. 30% (n=537) had never undergone screening for DHL. 84% (n=1479) had no pre-existing DHL; of these, 12% had abnormalities. 15% (n=262) required follow-up consultations.

Discussion
Screening uptake and DHL disease detection increased. Total costs to HR were $57,344. Using an average of 1.9 days absent-from-work per chronic condition, potential lost wages among this population totaled $181,924, with projected cost-savings of $124,580.

Conclusion
Workplace-based screening programs can improve screening uptake, allowing earlier detection of pre-clinical and clinical DHL. Averted productivity loss was almost 3:1 that of expended screening costs, suggesting cost-effectiveness.
P-173 EFFECTIVENESS OF AN INTEGRATED WORKPLACE HEALTH PROMOTION PROGRAM ON THE LIFESTYLE OF EMPLOYEES: RESULTS FROM A CLUSTER-RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Authors: Smit Denise , Van Oostrom Sandra , Engels Josephine , Van der Beek Allard , Proper Karin 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
An integrated workplace health promotion program (WHPP) which targets multiple lifestyle themes at both the individual and organizational level is potentially more effective than a single component WHPP. The aim was to evaluate the effect of an integrated WHPP on the lifestyle of employees.

Methods
A two-armed cluster randomized controlled trial with measurements at baseline and six months was conducted. Working groups in the intervention condition implemented activities from a catalogue according to the integrated WHPP. The primary outcome was an overall lifestyle score, measured by the Simple Lifestyle Indicator Questionnaire, consisting of questions regarding diet, physical activity, alcohol consumption, smoking and stress. Effectiveness of the integrated WHPP on overall lifestyle score and the specific targeted lifestyle behaviors was analyzed using multilevel analysis. The Medical Ethical Committee of the VU University Medical Center approved the study protocol.

Results
Preliminary results of two organizations (n=90) are reported. The mean age of employees was 42 (SD = 12) years and 54% was female. The mean overall lifestyle score at baseline was 7 on a scale from 1-10 for both conditions. No significant changes on overall lifestyle were observed at six months follow up.

Discussion
A strength is the study design, which included the entire process of implementation and evaluation of the integrated WHPP. A limitation is that predominantly employees with a healthy lifestyle participated.

Conclusion
Preliminary results showed that the integrated WHPP has not yield an effect on lifestyle. This might be partly explained by the degree of implementation of the WHPP at six months follow-up.
P-177 COMMON TRAUMA IN THE WORKPLACE IS ASSOCIATED WITH POOR MENTAL HEALTH
Authors: Magnavita Nicola , Eugenia Maria , Meraglia Igor , Prinzio Reparata Rosa Di , Maurizio Paolo , Stasio Enrico Di , Viti Giacomo , Magnavita Nicola , Arnesano Gabriele , Gasbarri Martina , Iuliano Angela , Matera Carmela , Mauro Igor , Mele Luca , Eugenia Maria , Viti Giacomo , Meraglia Igor 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Mental illnesses are reported to be very common after major trauma. However, even modest, persistent emotional harm and trauma can have an impact on mental health.

Methods
On a sequential sample of 901 employees who had routine physicals, a retrospective study was conducted. Ad hoc questions on the frequency of common trauma in the previous year (physical or verbal abuse, road accidents, injuries at home and at work, and bereavement in families) were inserted to the survey form. The Goldberg Anxiety and Depression Scale was used to assess anxiety and depression, while the effort/reward imbalance model was used to quantify stress.

Results
Violence was claimed to occur 19.4% of the time, job injuries 4.4%, car accidents 6%, home injuries 9%, bereavement and family issues 25%, and driving accidents 6%. Threats, harassment, and stalking were significantly linked with occupational stress in multiple logistic regression models adjusted for age and gender; harassment, threats, driving accidents, home injuries, and bereavement were significantly associated with anxiety and depression.

Discussion and conclusion
When evaluating the occupational fitness of the workers during mandated health surveillance, the occupational physician should methodically gather data on mild trauma and mental health consequences. Minor, recurrent emotional injury and trauma can have an impact on mental health. For employees who experience minor trauma, companies should offer support and counselling services.
P-180 BEHAVIORFIT: ENHANCING WORKPLACE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING THROUGH FUNCTIONAL BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS IN HUMAN RESOURCES
Authors: Calderón Mafud José Luis 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction and methods
This paper reports the results of an investigation that had the objective of measuring the impact of an intervention focused on the work environment, career development and training, from the point of view of functional behavior analysis, which served to reduce the presence of musculoskeletal symptoms, somatization and requests for medical attention in service companies in western Mexico.

Results
The data revealed that workers who underwent physical redesigns of the workplace, provided access to continuous training and promotion opportunities through performance evaluation and an individual development plan, decreased the presence of employees by up to 50%. musculoskeletal symptoms, somatization and less absent from work due to physical and mental ailments.

Discussion
The evidence obtained shows that the work environment and job redesign are factors that influence the presence of psychosocial risks, and that human resources administration can resort to applied behavior analysis programs, together with development programs based on the performance, to structure simple and high-impact wellness interventions.

Conclusion
Based on these results, the BehaviorFIT intervention program was structured: Enhancing Workplace Health and Well-being through Functional Behavior Analysis in Human Resources, in order to offer a structured system for performance management, based on the redesign of the workplace. and a self-administered training plan that impacts the career development of employees and their physical and mental health.
P-181 OCCUPATIONAL RISKS OF LESS FREQUENT TOOTHBRUSHING
Authors: Ishizuka Kotaro , Watanabe Yuuya , Yamamoto Shuichiro , Yamamoto Yu , Kimura Mitsuo , Nakagawa Tohru , Nagano Chikage , Horie Seichi 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Dental care has become increasingly important in occupational health to prevent not only periodontal diseases but also systemic diseases among workers. The frequency of toothbrushing is regarded as a health index to evaluate a dental care. We implemented a cross-sectional study in a large enterprise to elucidate the risks of less frequent toothbrushing.

Methods
A total of 16,247 examinees who had at least one dental checkup at Hitachi, Ltd. Hitachi Health Care Center in 2016-2019 were surveyed regarding their ages, genders, occupations, overtime hours, frequencies of night shifts and business travels, and the number of toothbrushing per day. The odds ratio of brushing teeth less than once a day was calculated by job category using multiple logistic regression analysis. We used gender, age, smoking and drinking habits, and job position as adjustment factors.

Results
The odds ratio of not brushing teeth twice or more was significantly higher in computer system engineers and mechanical designers (OR=1.15, 95%CI 1.03-1.28, p=0.0052. The frequency of night shifts, overtime hours, and business trips had no significant relationship with the frequency of toothbrushing.

Discussion
Heavy workloads not allowing mistakes and constricted working environment at the customers’ workplace may prohibit computer system engineers from brushing their teeth at workplaces.

Conclusion
A proactive approach to dental health seems necessary for workers who suffer from high work demands and less control.
P-185 THE EFFECTIVENESS OF WELL-BEING INTERVENTIONS IN THE WORKPLACE
Authors: Gilek Magdalena 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Mental health and well-being is a growing concern for organisations and policymakers across many occupations and industries. A 2022 report by the Health and Safety Executive in the UK revealed that the rate of self-reported work-related stress, depression and anxiety has shown signs of increasing when compared to pre-pandemic levels and in 2022 accounted for 51% of all work-related ill-health (HSE, 2022). On a positive side, in the UK more organisations than ever offer interventions to promote employee well-being (CIPD, 2020). Most current approaches focus on enhancing personal resources and creating an environment that is more health conscious (Richardson, 2017). For example, interventions aimed at building personal resilience or mindfulness are increasingly more common and have increased in the UK from 16% in 2015 to 33% in 2020 (CIPD, 2020). While this increased interest in employee well-being is encouraging, to date it is not clear what types of well-being interventions organisations should be looking to provide, to whom, and how different types of interventions may benefit employees. The overarching aim of this study is to examine the effectiveness of well-being interventions.

Methods
The study is based on a qualitative research design and draws on 32 semi-structured interviews with employees, managers, and mental health champions in four UK-based organisations.

Results, discussion and conclusion
The findings highlight positive and negative implications of well-being interventions, which appear much more complex than those reported in previous literature. More importantly, the study shows there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution to mental health and well-being. Practical and policy implications are discussed.
P-186 PRECISION OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH USING DIGITAL THERAPEUTICS
Authors: Sharan Deepak 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Managing chronic health conditions in workers can be difficult due to the subjectivity of patient-reported outcomes and the focus on symptomatic management rather than understanding the underlying causes.However, a new category of medicine called Digital therapeutics (DTx) allows for treatments to be delivered directly to patients via software, apps, wearables, and digital devices. DTx is becoming increasingly popular as a low-threshold solution to improve access and quality of care.

Methods
This presentation will explore several emerging applications of DTx in occupational health. These include: Automatic real-time data collection by smartphones, wearables, sensors, connected devices, activity logs and user-generated content. This data can be used for assessment, clinical decision-making, and research.A risk-matched whole-person approach to care considering all aspects of a worker’s health and well-being.Digital pain phenotyping to guide the management and prognosis of work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Delivering personalised care based on available evidence using DTx. This includes physician-guided self-care through teleconsultation, telerehabilitation, virtual and augmented reality, eye tracking, motion analysis, exercise platforms, relaxation techniques, and psychologically informed rehabilitation.

Results, discussion and conclusion
- Facilitating lifestyle modifications related to chronic diseases and providing targeted health education. - Systematic tracking and monitoring of patient progress to ensure the effectiveness of treatment. - Supporting and strengthening the patient-provider alliance. - Facilitating communication and collaboration between members of the multidisciplinary care team. - Addressing social determinants of health and monitoring the recovery and prognosis of patients.
O-108 ASSESSMENT OF THE INCREMENTAL LIFETIME CANCER RISK BY WHO AND US-EPA CRITERIA FOR THE CONTRIBUTION OF PM 2,5 BOUNDED CARCINOGENIC PAHS INSIDE A UNIVERSITY CLASSROOM IN ROME
Authors: Gherardi Monica , Gordiani Andrea , Ribeca Martina , Pelliccioni Armando 
Published: July 2024

Abstract

Introduction
Directive 2004/107/EC identifies annual 1 ng/m3 benzo(a)pyrene (BaP) as the air quality indicator for PAHs. The WHO still assumes the BaP for estimating the Incremental Lifetime Cancer Risk (ILCR). Instead, US-EPA for the ILCR takes into account the contribution of individual PAHs to total carcinogenic potency (TCP).

Methods
WHO and the US EPA criteria were applied to assess the contribution to the ILCR of PM2,5-bound carcinogenic PAHs inside a classroom of the Sapienza University of Rome and outdoors. Aggregating data according to weekdays (WD) and weekends (WE), it allowed distinguishing the contribution by working and non-working days. WHO ILCR was calculated from the BaP concentration and the carcinogenic risk unit (UR) 8.7x10-5 ng/m3); that of US-EPA, from the TCP concentration and the carcinogenic unit risk of inhalation (URI) 6.4x10-7 ng/m3. The contribution of individual congeners to carcinogenic potency was also calculated (%potency).

Results and discussion
BaP_WE concentrations were similar to those of BaP_WD, while TCP concentrations about 1.15 higher, indoors and outdoors. ILCRs_WHO were approximately 60 times ILCRs_US-EPA. BaP and DahA contributed about 80% to the carcinogenic potency of the mixture, with the greatest contribution given by BaP_WD.

Conclusion
ILCRs for indoor carcinogenic PAHs from outdoor on working and non-working days show that the WHO criterion BaP based is more protective in representing the carcinogenic risk of the mixture. The US-EPA criterion, while considering the contributions of individual congeners, returns lower ILCR values, being however more sensitive to variations between weekdays and weekends, better reflecting the different contribution of external sources.