1.Occupational disease monitoring by the Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center: a narrative review
Dong-Wook LEE ; Inah KIM ; Jungho HWANG ; Sunhaeng CHOI ; Tae-Won JANG ; Insung CHUNG ; Hwan-Cheol KIM ; Jaebum PARK ; Jungwon KIM ; Kyoung Sook JEONG ; Youngki KIM ; Eun-Soo LEE ; Yangwoo KIM ; Inchul JEONG ; Hyunjeong OH ; Hyeoncheol OH ; Jea Chul HA ; Jeehee MIN ; Chul Gab LEE ; Heon KIM ; Jaechul SONG
The Ewha Medical Journal 2025;48(1):e9-
This review examines the challenges associated with occupational disease surveillance in Korea, particularly emphasizing the limitations of current data sources such as the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance (IACI) statistics and special health examinations. The IACI system undercounts cases due to its emphasis on severe diseases and restrictions on approvals. Special health examinations, although they cover a broad workforce, are constrained by their annual scheduling, which leads to missed acute illnesses and subclinical conditions. The paper also explores the history of occupational disease surveillance in Korea, highlighting the fragmented and disease-specific approach of earlier systems. The authors introduce the newly established Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center (KODSC), a comprehensive nationwide system designed to gather, analyze, and interpret data on occupational diseases through a network of regional centers. By incorporating hospital-based surveillance and focusing on acute poisonings and other sentinel events, the KODSC aims to overcome the limitations of previous systems and promote collaboration with various agencies. Although it is still in the early stages of implementation, the KODSC demonstrates potential for improving data accuracy and contributing valuable insights for public health policy.
2.Occupational disease monitoring by the Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center: a narrative review
Dong-Wook LEE ; Inah KIM ; Jungho HWANG ; Sunhaeng CHOI ; Tae-Won JANG ; Insung CHUNG ; Hwan-Cheol KIM ; Jaebum PARK ; Jungwon KIM ; Kyoung Sook JEONG ; Youngki KIM ; Eun-Soo LEE ; Yangwoo KIM ; Inchul JEONG ; Hyunjeong OH ; Hyeoncheol OH ; Jea Chul HA ; Jeehee MIN ; Chul Gab LEE ; Heon KIM ; Jaechul SONG
The Ewha Medical Journal 2025;48(1):e9-
This review examines the challenges associated with occupational disease surveillance in Korea, particularly emphasizing the limitations of current data sources such as the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance (IACI) statistics and special health examinations. The IACI system undercounts cases due to its emphasis on severe diseases and restrictions on approvals. Special health examinations, although they cover a broad workforce, are constrained by their annual scheduling, which leads to missed acute illnesses and subclinical conditions. The paper also explores the history of occupational disease surveillance in Korea, highlighting the fragmented and disease-specific approach of earlier systems. The authors introduce the newly established Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center (KODSC), a comprehensive nationwide system designed to gather, analyze, and interpret data on occupational diseases through a network of regional centers. By incorporating hospital-based surveillance and focusing on acute poisonings and other sentinel events, the KODSC aims to overcome the limitations of previous systems and promote collaboration with various agencies. Although it is still in the early stages of implementation, the KODSC demonstrates potential for improving data accuracy and contributing valuable insights for public health policy.
3.Occupational disease monitoring by the Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center: a narrative review
Dong-Wook LEE ; Inah KIM ; Jungho HWANG ; Sunhaeng CHOI ; Tae-Won JANG ; Insung CHUNG ; Hwan-Cheol KIM ; Jaebum PARK ; Jungwon KIM ; Kyoung Sook JEONG ; Youngki KIM ; Eun-Soo LEE ; Yangwoo KIM ; Inchul JEONG ; Hyunjeong OH ; Hyeoncheol OH ; Jea Chul HA ; Jeehee MIN ; Chul Gab LEE ; Heon KIM ; Jaechul SONG
The Ewha Medical Journal 2025;48(1):e9-
This review examines the challenges associated with occupational disease surveillance in Korea, particularly emphasizing the limitations of current data sources such as the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance (IACI) statistics and special health examinations. The IACI system undercounts cases due to its emphasis on severe diseases and restrictions on approvals. Special health examinations, although they cover a broad workforce, are constrained by their annual scheduling, which leads to missed acute illnesses and subclinical conditions. The paper also explores the history of occupational disease surveillance in Korea, highlighting the fragmented and disease-specific approach of earlier systems. The authors introduce the newly established Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center (KODSC), a comprehensive nationwide system designed to gather, analyze, and interpret data on occupational diseases through a network of regional centers. By incorporating hospital-based surveillance and focusing on acute poisonings and other sentinel events, the KODSC aims to overcome the limitations of previous systems and promote collaboration with various agencies. Although it is still in the early stages of implementation, the KODSC demonstrates potential for improving data accuracy and contributing valuable insights for public health policy.
4.Occupational disease monitoring by the Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center: a narrative review
Dong-Wook LEE ; Inah KIM ; Jungho HWANG ; Sunhaeng CHOI ; Tae-Won JANG ; Insung CHUNG ; Hwan-Cheol KIM ; Jaebum PARK ; Jungwon KIM ; Kyoung Sook JEONG ; Youngki KIM ; Eun-Soo LEE ; Yangwoo KIM ; Inchul JEONG ; Hyunjeong OH ; Hyeoncheol OH ; Jea Chul HA ; Jeehee MIN ; Chul Gab LEE ; Heon KIM ; Jaechul SONG
The Ewha Medical Journal 2025;48(1):e9-
This review examines the challenges associated with occupational disease surveillance in Korea, particularly emphasizing the limitations of current data sources such as the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance (IACI) statistics and special health examinations. The IACI system undercounts cases due to its emphasis on severe diseases and restrictions on approvals. Special health examinations, although they cover a broad workforce, are constrained by their annual scheduling, which leads to missed acute illnesses and subclinical conditions. The paper also explores the history of occupational disease surveillance in Korea, highlighting the fragmented and disease-specific approach of earlier systems. The authors introduce the newly established Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center (KODSC), a comprehensive nationwide system designed to gather, analyze, and interpret data on occupational diseases through a network of regional centers. By incorporating hospital-based surveillance and focusing on acute poisonings and other sentinel events, the KODSC aims to overcome the limitations of previous systems and promote collaboration with various agencies. Although it is still in the early stages of implementation, the KODSC demonstrates potential for improving data accuracy and contributing valuable insights for public health policy.
5.Occupational disease monitoring by the Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center: a narrative review
Dong-Wook LEE ; Inah KIM ; Jungho HWANG ; Sunhaeng CHOI ; Tae-Won JANG ; Insung CHUNG ; Hwan-Cheol KIM ; Jaebum PARK ; Jungwon KIM ; Kyoung Sook JEONG ; Youngki KIM ; Eun-Soo LEE ; Yangwoo KIM ; Inchul JEONG ; Hyunjeong OH ; Hyeoncheol OH ; Jea Chul HA ; Jeehee MIN ; Chul Gab LEE ; Heon KIM ; Jaechul SONG
The Ewha Medical Journal 2025;48(1):e9-
This review examines the challenges associated with occupational disease surveillance in Korea, particularly emphasizing the limitations of current data sources such as the Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance (IACI) statistics and special health examinations. The IACI system undercounts cases due to its emphasis on severe diseases and restrictions on approvals. Special health examinations, although they cover a broad workforce, are constrained by their annual scheduling, which leads to missed acute illnesses and subclinical conditions. The paper also explores the history of occupational disease surveillance in Korea, highlighting the fragmented and disease-specific approach of earlier systems. The authors introduce the newly established Korea Occupational Disease Surveillance Center (KODSC), a comprehensive nationwide system designed to gather, analyze, and interpret data on occupational diseases through a network of regional centers. By incorporating hospital-based surveillance and focusing on acute poisonings and other sentinel events, the KODSC aims to overcome the limitations of previous systems and promote collaboration with various agencies. Although it is still in the early stages of implementation, the KODSC demonstrates potential for improving data accuracy and contributing valuable insights for public health policy.
6.Differences of nutritional intake habits and Dietary Inflammatory Index score between occupational classifications in the Korean working population
Seung Hee WOO ; Yangwoo KIM ; Kyungho JU ; Juhyeong KIM ; Jaechul SONG ; Soo-Jin LEE ; Jeehee MIN
Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2024;36(1):e5-
Human nutrient intake is closely related to the conditions of their workplace. This study used data from the Korean National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (KNHANES) conducted between 2016 and 2020. The study population comprised individuals aged 19 to 65 years who were engaged in paid work, excluding soldiers (total = 12,201, male = 5,872, female = 6,329). The primary outcome of interest was the Dietary Inflammatory Index (DII) score, which was calculated using dietary intake data. Generalized linear models were used for statistical analyses. Pink-collar workers had higher DII scores, indicating a potentially higher inflammatory diet than white-collar workers (mean: 2.18 vs. 1.89, DII scores and dietary patterns differed among occupational groups and genders.
7.The impact of long working hours on daily sodium intake
Kyungho JU ; Yangwoo KIM ; Seung Hee WOO ; Juhyeong KIM ; Inah KIM ; Jaechul SONG ; Soo-Jin LEE ; Jeehee MIN
Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2024;36(1):e9-
Long working hours are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, yet the underlying mechanism(s) remain unclear. The study examines how occupational factors like working hours, shift work, and employment status correlate with dietary choices and sodium intake, impacting hypertension risk. This study used data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted between 2013 and 2020. The dataset included 8,471 respondents, all of whom were wage workers aged 20 or older and reported working at least 36 hours per week. Individuals who have been previously diagnosed with or are currently diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, or dyslipidemia were excluded. The average daily sodium intake was assessed via a 24-hour dietary recall method. Average weekly working hours were categorized into 3 groups: 36–40 hours, 41–52 hours, and over 52 hours. Multiple logistic regression models were used. Study findings revealed that 83.7% of participants exceeded the recommended daily sodium intake of 2 g set by the World Health Organization. After adjusting for confounding factors, a positive correlation was observed between average working hours and daily sodium intake. Among males, statistical significance was found in the group with average weekly working hours of 41–52 hours (prevalence ratio [PR]: 1.17; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.05–1.30) and the group exceeding 52 hours (PR: 1.22; 95% CI: 1.09–1.38) when comparing the fourth quartile of daily sodium intake to the combined quartiles of Q1, Q2, and Q3. Among females, no significance was noted. Long working hours were associated with increased sodium intake, primarily among male workers. This connection is likely attributed to having less time for home-cooked meals, resulting in higher fast food consumption and dining out. A workplace intervention promoting healthy eating and reducing stress is essential to lower sodium consumption and mitigate hypertension risk.
8.Differences of nutritional intake habits and Dietary Inflammatory Index score between occupational classifications in the Korean working population
Seung Hee WOO ; Yangwoo KIM ; Kyungho JU ; Juhyeong KIM ; Jaechul SONG ; Soo-Jin LEE ; Jeehee MIN
Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2024;36(1):e5-
Human nutrient intake is closely related to the conditions of their workplace. This study used data from the Korean National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (KNHANES) conducted between 2016 and 2020. The study population comprised individuals aged 19 to 65 years who were engaged in paid work, excluding soldiers (total = 12,201, male = 5,872, female = 6,329). The primary outcome of interest was the Dietary Inflammatory Index (DII) score, which was calculated using dietary intake data. Generalized linear models were used for statistical analyses. Pink-collar workers had higher DII scores, indicating a potentially higher inflammatory diet than white-collar workers (mean: 2.18 vs. 1.89, DII scores and dietary patterns differed among occupational groups and genders.
9.The impact of long working hours on daily sodium intake
Kyungho JU ; Yangwoo KIM ; Seung Hee WOO ; Juhyeong KIM ; Inah KIM ; Jaechul SONG ; Soo-Jin LEE ; Jeehee MIN
Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2024;36(1):e9-
Long working hours are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, yet the underlying mechanism(s) remain unclear. The study examines how occupational factors like working hours, shift work, and employment status correlate with dietary choices and sodium intake, impacting hypertension risk. This study used data from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey conducted between 2013 and 2020. The dataset included 8,471 respondents, all of whom were wage workers aged 20 or older and reported working at least 36 hours per week. Individuals who have been previously diagnosed with or are currently diagnosed with hypertension, diabetes, or dyslipidemia were excluded. The average daily sodium intake was assessed via a 24-hour dietary recall method. Average weekly working hours were categorized into 3 groups: 36–40 hours, 41–52 hours, and over 52 hours. Multiple logistic regression models were used. Study findings revealed that 83.7% of participants exceeded the recommended daily sodium intake of 2 g set by the World Health Organization. After adjusting for confounding factors, a positive correlation was observed between average working hours and daily sodium intake. Among males, statistical significance was found in the group with average weekly working hours of 41–52 hours (prevalence ratio [PR]: 1.17; 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.05–1.30) and the group exceeding 52 hours (PR: 1.22; 95% CI: 1.09–1.38) when comparing the fourth quartile of daily sodium intake to the combined quartiles of Q1, Q2, and Q3. Among females, no significance was noted. Long working hours were associated with increased sodium intake, primarily among male workers. This connection is likely attributed to having less time for home-cooked meals, resulting in higher fast food consumption and dining out. A workplace intervention promoting healthy eating and reducing stress is essential to lower sodium consumption and mitigate hypertension risk.
10.Differences of nutritional intake habits and Dietary Inflammatory Index score between occupational classifications in the Korean working population
Seung Hee WOO ; Yangwoo KIM ; Kyungho JU ; Juhyeong KIM ; Jaechul SONG ; Soo-Jin LEE ; Jeehee MIN
Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine 2024;36(1):e5-
Human nutrient intake is closely related to the conditions of their workplace. This study used data from the Korean National Health and Nutritional Examination Survey (KNHANES) conducted between 2016 and 2020. The study population comprised individuals aged 19 to 65 years who were engaged in paid work, excluding soldiers (total = 12,201, male = 5,872, female = 6,329). The primary outcome of interest was the Dietary Inflammatory Index (DII) score, which was calculated using dietary intake data. Generalized linear models were used for statistical analyses. Pink-collar workers had higher DII scores, indicating a potentially higher inflammatory diet than white-collar workers (mean: 2.18 vs. 1.89, DII scores and dietary patterns differed among occupational groups and genders.
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