Work and Arthritis in Older Women
Author Information
Author(s): Tan Micah, Straughan Paulin
Primary Institution: Princeton University
Hypothesis
Does working affect the likelihood of arthritis diagnosis among middle-aged and older women compared to men in Singapore?
Conclusion
Women who worked were more likely to be diagnosed with arthritis compared to those who did not work, while work had no effect on men's arthritis diagnosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Women tend to experience greater negative effects on their physical health from working.
- The study utilized data from the Singapore Life Panel collected over two waves.
- Working women had a greater likelihood of being diagnosed with arthritis at follow-up.
Takeaway
This study found that older women who work might get arthritis more often than those who don't, but working doesn't seem to affect men the same way.
Methodology
Utilized two waves of data from the Singapore Life Panel collected in January 2018 and January 2023.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors affecting health outcomes in older workers.
Participant Demographics
Middle-aged and older adult women and men in Singapore, mean age at baseline 60.38 years.
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