Journal article
Chronic disease management support in Australian workplaces-low base, rising need
Health promotion journal of Australia, Vol.29(3), pp.257-264
12/2018
PMID: 30511485
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Abstract
Issue addressed
This study investigates the current nature, levels and perceived need for workplace support among mature age Australian workers with chronic illness.
Methods
A cross-sectional population survey was conducted via a double opt-in panel sample of Australian workers aged 45 years and older with one or more of six major chronic diseases (diabetes and/or chronic heart, kidney, lung, mental health and/or musculoskeletal conditions).
Results
Three hundred and fourteen respondents reported being in the workforce and having at least one of the chronic conditions under investigation, of which almost one third reported having more than one of the conditions. The findings reveal a number of considerable gaps in Australian workplace support for employees 45 years and older with chronic illness, including workplace flexibility, supportive policies and co-worker support.
Conclusions
This research adds to a scarce existing literature base on workplace support for workers with chronic illness in Australia. Future research is needed to identify opportunities for effective public policy and implementation of workplace interventions to better support this cohort.
Details
- Title
- Chronic disease management support in Australian workplaces-low base, rising need
- Creators
- Carla Saunders - University of Technology SydneyJames J. Brown - University of Technology SydneyDavid J. Carter - University of Technology SydneySam Lapkin - Centre for Research in Nursing and Health, St George Hospital
- Publication Details
- Health promotion journal of Australia, Vol.29(3), pp.257-264
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Number of pages
- 8
- Identifiers
- 991013092522102368
- Copyright
- © 2017 Australian Health Promotion Association.
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Health
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article