The effect of occupational stress on diseases of the cardiovascular system of teachers

The teaching profession is accompanied by risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. The lifestyle of teachers is characterized by low physical activity, skipping meals, and low dietary diversity. Teachers are affected by chronic emotional stress. Stress can lead to narrowing of the arteries, promote intravascular inflammation, increase blood clotting, and may increase the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and sudden death. Research indicates the widespread prevalence of diseases of the cardiovascular system among teachers and, first of all, arterial hypertension. The study showed that teachers in a stressful situation were 3.027 times more at risk of developing hypertension. There is low awareness among teachers about their existing diseases and risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. Professional stress in the workplace of teachers requires control and regulation. It is necessary to inform teachers about the importance of a healthy lifestyle.