OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

This trial tests whether a non-invasive cooling device worn like a headband can protect the inner ear from noise-induced hearing loss. Firefighters will use the device for 30 minutes immediately after their shifts over a year. Researchers will compare hearing outcomes between tho…

This study will test whether short office massages—on the head, neck, or hands—can lower chronic stress in women with sedentary jobs. 140 participants will receive 15-minute massages twice a week for four weeks, while a control group rests quietly. Researchers will measure stress…

This pilot study tested whether a four-week online ergonomic training and hand exercise program is practical and beneficial for office workers. Thirty-five desk-based workers participated, doing supervised hand exercises twice a week plus home practice. Researchers measured grip …

This study tests a training program called ASCEND, developed by the World Health Organization, for supervisors in Dutch small and medium-sized businesses. The goal is to help supervisors better support their employees' mental health, reduce stigma, and improve workplace well-bein…

This study will survey 2,000 medical residents in Paris hospitals about their physical and mental health, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and sexual health. Researchers aim to find out how many residents have health issues and how well they access care. The goal is to imp…

This study tests whether a 2-hour Stress First Aid training, plus monthly virtual meetings, can reduce burnout and increase social support for 500 substance use outreach workers in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and tribal areas. Participants are randomly assig…