Occupational diseases in health care workers

Abstract

Healthcare workers are at high risk of developing diseases due to their daily exposure to biological, chemical and physical hazards. According to the World Health Organization, up to 40 % of healthcare workers are at risk of contracting pathogenic microorganisms every year. Special attention should be paid to the study of specific occupational pathologies, such as infectious diseases, allergic reactions, diseases of the musculoskeletal system and nervous system. For example, in Ukraine, about 30 % of healthcare workers suffer from chronic diseases caused by working conditions. Knowledge about the prevention, early diagnosis and effective treatment of these diseases helps to preserve the health and efficiency of healthcare workers, which is key to ensuring quality healthcare for the population. Taking into account modern research and developing new methodological approaches is necessary for training highly qualified specialists in the field of occupational pathology.