Your job is killing you Really, it might be — anxiety, sitting too long, poor diets are taking a big toll
hen you think about health crises in America, things like obesity, heart disease and drug abuse come to mind. But what if your 9-to-5 job is the biggest threat you face?
When you study today’s business environment, where more and more people are spending large percentages of their days sitting at desks and facing stressful situations, it becomes clear that office jobs may be the silent killer of millions of Americans. The question is: Is it too late to do something about it?
There’s a growing body of evidence that suggests office jobs — and the habits that come with them — are having a negative impact on the health of millions of Americans across all industries and sectors.
Here’s a look at some of the biggest problems in the office. disease and even breast cancer.
The easiest solution is to break up long periods of sitting. Go for a walk at lunch and wander over to a co-worker’s desk to ask a question instead of emailing him or her. Wear a fitbit or other tracker, try a standing desk, take the stairs when you can and go for a long walk after you get home. and those who bankroll scientific research; it gets about 100 times less research funding than outdoor air, even though the average American spends about 90 percent of the time inside,” says Douglas Main, a contributing writer at Newsweek.
For starters, businesses need to do a better job of measuring indoor air quality so that they’re aware of the presence of potentially harmful particles. Businesses then need to make a commitment to eliminating these toxins and encouraging healthier habits.