MUST READ- 16 Ways Your Office Job Is Killing You
If
you're used to the hours of sedentary, stressful working conditions
that come with your office job, you may want to know that this kind of
working environment is killing you a lot faster than you think. Aside
from the stress that comes from tight deadlines, plenty of things you
do every day in the workplace are slowly chipping away at you.
From
the printer to your keyboard, the dangers presented in an office can
have real effects on your physical well-being, just as mental strains
can hurt you in the long-term.
Sitting at your desk all day: Sitting
for lengthy periods is terrible for your body. Aches and pains are the
least of your problems — it can lead to an early death. You're at a
higher risk of muscular skeletal disorders, obesity, diabetes, cancer,
heart disease and more, even if you work out regularly.
... And slouching is even worse: If
your job requires you to sit most of the day, you're "contributing to a
pool of chronic, long-term ailments — including arthritis and
bursitis."
Motivational meetings: In
order to get workers excited about the company's mission, employers may
host team building exercises or motivational meetings. But research has
shown that forcing people to feel positive for something they're unsure
about can actually "highlight how unhappy they are" and, ultimately,
will make them even more depressed.
Bad air quality in your building: The
air inside a building can be up to 100 times dirtier than outside, and
you're exposed to a variety of unhealthy gases and chemicals. There are
pollutants in the air conditioning, toxic particles, dangerous bacteria
and mold all flying around, especially in buildings that aren't well
taken care of.
Over-exposure to printers and photocopiers: Photocopiers
are a source of potentially deadly ozone if the filter isn't
periodically changed, and even small amounts can cause chest pain and
irritation. Laser printers do too, along with toner particles that can
get in your lungs and blood stream, which could lead to lung disease and
other ailments.
Spending too much time on a hot laptop: Anyone
can experience skin problems from the heat if you use a laptop on your
lap instead of a desk or or stand, but there's particularly concerning
news for men. Researchers found that laptops can raise the temperature
of the scrotum, which would affect a man's sperm count.
Working for over 10 hours per day: Researchers
found that people who work 10 hours or more every day have a 60 percent
greater risk of a multitude of cardiovascular problems, including heart
attack and angina.
Endlessly staring at a computer screen: Even
though computer screens don't give off radiation, the strain from
staring over long periods of time can cause harm to your vision, though
many effects are temporary. Beyond that, you can also experience
headaches and migraines.
Being exposed to way too much light: Over-illumination
can cause you many more problems than an everyday headache. Our body
treats over-illumination as total darkness, so it messes with our
internal clocks. Health problems can include a particularly high level
of fatigue, stress, high blood pressure and an increased risk of certain
carcinomas.
Being really, really bored: Boredom
can actually shorten your life, according to researchers. A study
showed that those who complain of boredom are more likely to die young,
and those who report high levels of tedium are much more likely to die
from heart disease or stroke. It also puts you at higher risk for
workplace accidents.
Dirty keyboards: Keyboards
can be a breeding ground for bacteria if not kept clean.
Microbiologists found that keyboards can even have up to five times as
many bacteria as a bathroom, and can include dangerous ones like e.Coli
and coliforms — both commonly associated with food poisoning — along
with staphylococcus, which causes a range of infections.
Germs in high-traffic areas: Your
keyboard isn't the only bacteria farm in the office. Door and faucet
knobs, handles, elevator and printer buttons, hand-shakes and more all
are hotspots for bacteria. Microbes are everywhere, and some can even
kill you.
Typing too much: Excessive
amounts of typing is a well-known cause of carpal tunnel syndrome
(CTS), which is a painful wrist strain that can go up your arm. CTS can
get bad enough to cause permanent nerve damage and muscle wasting.
Tight deadlines: You
get stressed out when you have to meet a strict deadline, which can
affect your learning and memory. This sort of short-term stress can be
just as bad as stress that lasts weeks or months.
Keeping your mouse in the same spot: If
your mouse stays in the same spot all day, you can be prone to
repetitive strain injury (RSI). Upper limb RSI occurs when your tendons
are straining more than they should for long periods of time, which can
be because of movement repetition, a sustained awkward position, or
prolonged pressing against hard surfaces.
Smartphone overuse: People
who use their smartphones heavily to text and email are prone to muscle
fatigue and "Blackberry Thumb," which is a type of RSI. The effects can
get so bad that the pain can reach all the way up to your wrist and can
be utterly debilitating to your hands.
Source: Business Insider
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