Occupational Health Promotion Programs to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk

This article surveys the literature on worksite health-promotion programs that target cardiovascular risk factors. We review findings in the areas of health-risk appraisal, hypertension control, smoking cessation, weight reduction, and exercise. Programs that address multiple risk factors are also d...

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Published in:Journal of consulting and clinical psychology 1988-06, Vol.56 (3), p.365-373
Main Authors: Glasgow, Russell E, Terborg, James R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Cardiovascular disease
Cardiovascular Diseases - prevention & control
Cardiovascular Disorders
Cardiovascular Risk
Corporate sponsorship
Employee Assistance Programs
Employee benefits
Health Behavior
Health care industry
Health Education
Health Promotion
Health Status Indicators
Human
Humans
Hypertension - therapy
Occupational Health Services
Public health
Risk Factors
Smoking - therapy
Social research
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Summary:This article surveys the literature on worksite health-promotion programs that target cardiovascular risk factors. We review findings in the areas of health-risk appraisal, hypertension control, smoking cessation, weight reduction, and exercise. Programs that address multiple risk factors are also discussed. In each area we discuss what is currently known, highlight exemplary studies, and identify both problems and priorities for future research. Increased attention needs to be paid to motivational and organizational issues that may influence participation in and outcomes of health promotion programs. The initial results in several areas (e.g., smoking cessation, hypertension control) are promising, but additional controlled research is needed to substantiate the optimistic claims that have been made about occupational health promotion. In particular, studies that evaluate impact on all employees in an organization are recommended. Clinicians and researchers also need to appreciate the unique political, logistical, and methodological issues posed by worksite programs.
ISSN:0022-006X
1939-2117
DOI:10.1037/0022-006X.56.3.365