Health effects of weekend work on Korean workers: based on the 6th Korean Working Conditions Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although weekend work makes up a significant part of work patterns in modern society, research on the health effects of weekend work is relatively limited compared to other types of nonstandard work. This study was conducted to examine the impact of weekend work on the health of Korean workers, aiming to provide evidence to support the development of welfare policies that promote workers' health.

Methods

This study was conducted using data from the 6th Korean Working Conditions Survey, targeting 35,957 Korean workers who met the research criteria. Based on the survey responses, information was collected on weekend work status and health outcomes, including general health, musculoskeletal pain, headaches or eye pain, fatigue, sleep disorders, depression, anxiety, a

SUBMITTER: Lee JH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12671956 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature