Publications by authors named "JongSun Ok"
Factors Affecting the Deterioration of the Physical Health Status of Taxi Drivers by Age Group.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
March 2022
Article Synopsis
- The aging population is impacting taxi drivers, with competition from new transportation services increasing the stress in the industry.
- A study involving 936 taxi drivers found that those aged 55-64 are particularly affected by chronic diseases, cognitive decline, and obesity, which significantly deteriorate their physical health.
- Financial factors like income and dependents also play a role in health decline, suggesting that healthcare policies should focus not just on seniors over 65, but also on middle-aged drivers aged 50-64.
Effect of Metabolic Syndrome on the Incidence of Dementia Based on National Insurance Data in Korea.
Metab Syndr Relat Disord
February 2022
Article Synopsis
- * It found that individuals with MetS had a higher risk of developing both Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia compared to those without MetS, with both pre-MetS and MetS groups showing significantly increased risks.
- * The research emphasizes the importance of managing MetS to potentially reduce the rates of dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s and vascular types.
Taxis are a form of public transport which is very closely related to the safety of the public. Although private and corporate taxis have quite different characteristics, there have only been a few studies comparing the characteristics of corporate and private taxis. Moreover, among various characteristics, research was conducted mainly focusing on occupational characteristics.
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