Mental disorders threaten the work ability of diabetics
Press release, 30th March 2016, Helsinki, Finland A study co-ordinated by the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (FIOH) found that work disability may already be associated with diabetes before actual diagnosis, and especially afterwards. Those suffering from diabetes are at a higher risk of work disability caused by mental disorders, musculoskeletal disorders and cardiovascular diseases, which are especially prevalent among those in a weak socioeconomic position. The lives of those who suffer many illnesses are overshadowed by loneliness, work stress and unhealthy lifestyles.Over