Six in ten women work while feeling ill
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A new study shows that many women in the Netherlands go to work even though they feel unwell and have complaints. According to figures from DutchHealthHub, 67 percent of women keep working in such a situation. This figure immediately draws attention, because it concerns a large part of the working population.
The study focuses mainly on healthcare professionals, such as nurses and medical assistants. This group often works in busy shifts and feels a strong sense of responsibility for patients and colleagues. As a result, complaints sometimes go untreated for a long time. Women frequently report fatigue, headaches or menstrual problems, for example, but they do not always seek help for them.
Experts point out that this can affect the health of the workers themselves. Working for long periods with complaints can lead to prolonged absence from work and extra pressure on healthcare. Employers also need to know how they can better support their staff.
The outcomes of the study show that more attention is needed for women's health in the workplace. It is not yet clear which measures work best, but the conversation about this has begun in the Netherlands.
Sources: DutchHealthHub
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