Unveiling the Role of the Work Environment in the Quality of Life of Menopausal Physicians and Nurses.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is a lack of scientific evidence regarding the specific challenges faced by menopausal medical professionals in different work settings. This study aims to investigate the relationship between work environment and the menopausal quality of life (QoL) in physicians and nurses.

Methods

This survey was conducted using the Menopausal Quality of Life Questionnaire (MENQOL) with a sample of 35 menopausal physicians and 95 nurses employed in health facilities in Astana and Kyzylorda cities, Kazakhstan.

Results

Physicians reported a higher frequency of menopausal symptoms compared to nurses. The difference was statistically significant (p < 0.05) for symptoms such as decreased productivity (60.00% vs. 38.20%), flatulence or gas pains (71.43% vs. 48.39%

SUBMITTER: Bapayeva G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10531365 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature