Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every year the month of October is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. This year's theme is 'Every story is unique, every journey matters'. At present, the number of women becoming victims of breast cancer is increasing. Many women are working in night shifts in IT companies, BPOs, hospitals and other places, due to which their day and night routine is affected.
Health effects of working at night
Have you ever wondered what effect working all night can have on your health? According to a study, a relationship has been found between long-term night shifts and breast cancer. Let us know what research says on this subject.
Relationship between night shift and breast cancer
In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO)'s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) placed women working in night shifts at increased risk of cancer. This classification included those women in whom some evidence related to breast cancer was found. However, this does not mean that every night shift woman will get cancer.
doctors advice
Health experts say that many women in India work in night shifts. It is important to take the changing routine of sleep and wakefulness seriously over long periods of time. Research has found a connection between night shift and breast cancer, but this does not mean that night shift will cause cancer.
Recent research on breast cancer
A study published in 2022 included 33 studies, involving approximately 4.3 million people. This study found that 20% of women working night shifts had an increased risk of breast cancer. However, not all studies have found similar results. Some large studies have suggested that there is no connection between night shift and breast cancer.
How to take care of health?
– Try to sleep at the same time regularly and get enough sleep.
– Keep the room dark while sleeping during the day so that outside light does not come.
– Reduce noise while sleeping so that your sleep is not interrupted.
– If you are having problems sleeping, consult a doctor.
Contact a doctor immediately if you notice problems like lump in the breast, skin changes or discharge from the nipple.