Shift work and health effects for hospital staff
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how shift work affects blood sugar and fat levels in hospital employees. It compares people who work night shifts with those who don't, to see if shift work changes these health markers.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 67 years old
- You work at least 28 hours per week
- Your body mass index (BMI) is less than 40
- You either work night shifts (for over a year) or you have not worked any night shifts in the last year
- You can read and understand German well
- You have health insurance
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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