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Genetic Insights Into Allergic Contact Dermatitis: Reassessing the Role of LCE3C_LCE3B Deletion Open
Background Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is a multifactorial inflammatory skin disorder. Polysensitisation, defined as hypersensitivity to ≥ 3 unrelated allergens, reflects a more severe clinical form. The LCE3C_LCE3B deletion, implica…
The Impact of Night Shift Work on Mental Health Outcomes in a Tunisian Industrial Setting Open
Introduction The increasing prevalence of shift work, particularly night shifts, in modern industrial settings has raised concerns about its potential detrimental effects on workers’ health. Disruptions to circadian rhythms, sleep deprivat…
Screening for insomnia disorders among flight crews in Tunisia Open
Introduction Flight crew members are subjected to various stressors that can disrupt their sleep-wake cycle, leading to a higher prevalence of sleep disorders. Objectives to assess the prevalence of sleep disturbances among flight crew mem…
An epidemiological survey of occupational stress among teachers in Tunisia Open
Introduction Stress is one of the biggest problems facing teachers today. The increasingly demanding nature of their job has also increased pressure levels dramatically. Research shows that teachers are now facing greater day-to-day proble…
Depression in healthcare workers with COVID-19: Prevalence and associated factors Open
Introduction Since the beginning of the health crisis caused by COVID-19, the impact of the pandemic context on the mental health of healthcare professionals has been widely studied. However, few studies have assessed psychological manifes…
Clinical Features and Severe Outcomes of Depressive Disorders among Healthcare Workers Open
Introduction Depressive disorders among healthcare workers (HCWs) exhibit a range of clinical manifestations, from mild to severe forms, leading to significant consequences such as hospitalization, extended sick leave, and suicide attempts…
View article: Association between work-related stress and lifestyle behaviors
Association between work-related stress and lifestyle behaviors Open
Introduction Work-related stress significantly impacts employees’ overall health and can lead to unhealthy lifestyle behaviors, such as poor diet, lack of physical activity, and inadequate sleep. Objectives This study aimed to explore the …
The Impact of workplace Harassment on Mental Health among healthcare workers Open
Introduction Workplace harassment is one of the main psychosocial risks, leading to suffering at work or a lack of well-being. It can compromise one’s sense of safety and dignity and leave lasting scars on mental health. Objectives Determi…
Mental health status among physiotherapists. A cross-sectional study in Tunisia Open
Introduction In the high-stress world of healthcare, the intertwined relationship mental health and the life quality is pivotal. Prioritizing healthcare professionals’ mental health and nurturing a positive safety climate are essential to …
Exploring ultrasound and electromyography for carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosis: a comprehensive comparative study and implications for occupational medicine Open
Background To assess the contribution of ultrasound in diagnosing occupational carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), compare it with electromyography (EMG) results, and evaluate the ultrasound characteristics of CTS patients. Methods A nine-month …
P-008 ACTIVE SMOKING BEHAVIOR AND OCCUPATIONAL ALLERGIC RHINITIS SEVERITY Open
Introduction Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common disease of the upper respiratory tract. Its severity is closely related to its impact on both quality of life and occupational performance. The risk of chronic rhinitis may be increased by ac…
The impact of Extremely Low Frequency Electro- Magnetic Fields on Depression Anxiety and Stress Open
Introduction According to World Health Organisation (WHO), Extremely Low Frequency Electro-Magnetic Fields (ELF-EMF) include frequencies ranging from 0 to 300 Hz. They are widespread in our daily life and in the workplace. These fields hav…
Prevalence and predictive factors of depressive and anxious symptoms among healthcare professionals at Farhat Hached University Hospital in Sousse during COVID-19 Open
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic was originally of a magnitude exceeding that of previous epidemics, placing a heavy burden on healthcare systems in general and healthcare professionals in particular. Objectives To assess the prevalence …
Post-traumatic stress in healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic: a cross-sectional study Open
Introduction During the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare professionals worked under critical care conditions and had to adapt quickly to extreme work situations. They were confronted with several occupational stressors. Objectives To determin…
Occupational Risk Factors for Laryngeal Cancer in Tunisia: A Case Control Study Open
Background: Tobacco use and alcohol consumption are the primary risk factors for laryngeal cancer (LC). In most populations, occupational exposures are likely to play a minor role in laryngeal carcinogenesis. We aimed to investigate the as…
Burnout Syndrome and its associated factors among anesthesia technicians in a Teaching Hospital in the central region of Tunisia Open
Introduction Burnout (BO) is a syndrome combining psychological and somatic symptoms caused by exposure to several years of chronic stress at work. Far from being a theoretical problem, it is a real social problem that has become globalize…
P-191 Occupational exposure and lung cancer: a based hospital case-control study Open
Introduction Lung cancer is a public health problem. In Tunisia, the incidence of these cancers is increasing, especially in women. Smoking is a universally recognized risk factor. However, the part of environmental and professional exposu…
P-299 Occupational exposure and lifestyle factors and risk of prostate cancer in the central region of Tunisia a case-control study Open
Introduction Background Prostate cancer (PC) is the most common leading cause of cancer death and morbidity among males. It has been known to be related to many established factors. Recently, others environmental, occupational, and lifesty…
Prevalence and factors associated with depression among health care workers in the region of Sousse in Tunisia Open
Introduction Mental health disorder is common among working population worldwide and among health care-workers (HCWs) in particular. Depression is a major public health problem, with an economic impact because of lost days of work. Its pre…
Levels of anxiety, depression and stress among health care workers during the COVID19 pandemic: Study conducted at the University Hospital Farhat Hached of Sousse-Tunisia Open
Introduction During the COVID-19 pandemic, health care workers found themselves threatened by developing psychological effects. Objectives The objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of exposure to COVID-19 on the mental health o…
P-295 Work-related risk factors for breast cancer a case-control study in Tunisia Open
Introduction Breast cancer (BC) is the leading cause of cancer mortality and morbidity in women. Preventive measures should target modifiable risk factors. Several recent studies have focused on work-related factors (WRF) in BC but results…
O-293 Work-related risk factor for multiple sclerosis: a case control study in Tunisia Open
Introduction Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory, demyelinating and degenerative disease of the nervous system. To date, few occupational factors such as organic solvents, heavy metals, and ionizing radiation have been report…
Symptomatic Tarlov Cysts and Occupational Outcome: A Case Report Open
Tarlov cysts are often asymptomatic and incidentally discovered. However, in few cases, these cysts can be symptomatic and may manifest as chronic low back pain. We report a case of a Tarlov cyst incidentally diagnosed by MRI in a wiring f…
Critical study of the initial medical certificates of occupational accident declaration. Open
Our study showed that the quality of the initial medical certificate drafting suffered from several inadequacies. This may be related to the lack of training of doctors in forensic practice, hence the importance of reminding the rules of g…
Buerger’s Disease and Fitness for Work in a Flight Personnel: A Case Report Open
Buerger’s disease, also called thromboangiitis obliterans (TAO), is an inflammatory disease affecting small and medium size blood vessels of the limbs. Several risk factors are strongly associated with this disease. In fact, heavy smokers …
View article: Contribution of Patch Tests with Occupational Handled Products in the Diagnosis of Occupational Contact Dermatitis: A 10‐year Review
Contribution of Patch Tests with Occupational Handled Products in the Diagnosis of Occupational Contact Dermatitis: A 10‐year Review Open
Introduction . Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is a common occupational disease. Its diagnosis is essentially based on interrogation and patch tests. However, commercially available batteries are sometimes not appropriate for the working…
Healing Humor: The Use of Humor in the Nurse-Patient Relationship Open
Objective: To identify the importance of using humor in patient/nurse relationship, its factors, its conditions and the barriers that might limit its use. Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Science Direct and Google Scholar, for r…
Understanding Hesitancy Towards Vaccination Against SARS-COV2 Among Health Professionals in Tunisia Open
Background: Since the end of 2019, the world was seriously upset by the emergence of the “COVID-19 disease. Vaccines that were authorized for emergency use in a wide range of countries brought a glimmer of hope. However, sufficient vaccina…
Trend in the variation of sensitization of the European standard battery allergens over 26 years Open
Background: Epidemiological monitoring of sensitization rates to common allergens and identification of emerging allergens are needed to assess preventive measures. The aim of this study was to assess trends in the frequencies of sensitiza…