Epidemiological Analysis of the Most Relevant Diseases Among Sailing Seafarers

Seafaring has historically been considered a high-risk occupation due to a combination of factors, including lifestyle-related diseases, stress, and fatigue that are inherent to life at sea. The maritime industry can be highly stressful for seafarers. They often work in a confined and isolated environment, away from their families and support networks for extended periods. The objective Introduce time-motion analysis for assessing the impact of workplace load on duty activity in seafaring. Examine internal fatigue load. Examine postural workload. The aims of the research will be achieved through surveys, analysis of existing databases and field research. The methods involved: A review of the existing literature, Epidemiological analysis of musculoskeletal systems diseases among seafarers, Epidemiological analysis of cardiovascular diseases among seafarers. Instrument recordings of physical demands of seafaring. Instrument recordings of Postural workload. The aims of the research will be achieved through surveys, analysis of existing databases and field research. The methods involved: A review of the existing literature, Epidemiological analysis of musculoskeletal systems diseases among seafarers, Epidemiological analysis of cardiovascular diseases among seafarers. Key discoveries include disparities in CVD diagnosis between officers and non-officers, with age being a significant risk factor, and a positive correlation between body mass index (BMI) and blood pressure. Additionally, a risk prediction model for hypertension was developed, aiding in early identification of high-risk individuals. Recommendations emphasize early diagnosis, regular health monitoring, and crew training in basic life support. The analysis of time spent in high and low-intensity work activities revealed variations among ranks, with physical and psychosocial stressors significantly impacting seafarers' well-being. Posture assessment highlighted differences among ranks, with non-officers showing similarities with other at-risk workers like nurses. These findings underscore the need for targeted prevention strategies, improved workplace organization, and enhanced job variety to mitigate health risks among seafarers.