In this month's Santé magazine, we dive deep into the realities of an unhealthy workplace. Even with ergonomic setups and wellness perks, chronic work stress can profoundly impact your physical and mental health.
Just as Harmful as Secondhand Smoke
Recent research reveals that excessive job stress is as detrimental as passive smoking, raising your risk of serious illness by 35%.
Read also: How do you recognize work stress?
Overtime
If you frequently work overtime, studies indicate a nearly 20% higher risk of premature death.
Afraid of Losing Your Job
Job insecurity in uncertain times takes a heavy toll, increasing health issues by 50%.
You Spend a Lot of Time at Work
With so many hours on the job, it's no wonder work profoundly influences health, as noted by the study's authors.
Do You Suffer from Too Much Work Pressure? This way you can tackle high work pressure.
