Analytical study examining hypertension and arrhythmia among shift workers in healthcare

The prevalence of hypertension and arrhythmia among 140 healthcare shift workers aged 25-60 years is of interest. Data on blood pressure, ECG findings, work schedules and lifestyle factors were collected and analyzed. Night shift workers showed a significantly higher prevalence of both conditions compared to day workers. Duration and frequency of night shifts were positively correlated with cardiovascular risk. Thus, we show occupational scheduling as a modifiable risk factor in healthcare-associated cardiovascular disease.