Study Finds Women Who Work Night Shifts Have A Greater Risk Of Asthma

Study Finds Women Who Work Night Shifts Have A Greater Risk Of Asthma

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Updated Jul 5, 2025 | 03:00 AM IST

SummaryA new UK study has found that women working permanent night shifts face a significantly higher risk of moderate to severe asthma, unlike their male counterparts. Researchers link this increased risk to hormonal differences and disrupted circadian rhythms. Speaking to Health and Me, Dr. Sunil Kumar K, a pulmonologist, explained how night shifts impair lung function and immunity, especially in women.

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