First in-man studies demonstrate high prevalence of diabetes and cardiovascular disease in shift workers

Existing epidemiological studies have shown a correlation between shift working and a higher prevalence of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The EURHYTHDIA project has developed predictive biomarkers and prevention strategies that should help identify and protect patients at risk.

The circadian clock, more specifically its so-called clock genes, is basically the programme that tells us when to sleep, wake up or eat. In shift workers, however, this body clock is deeply challenged, to the point where it may lead to diabetes and cardiovascular disease, as well as insulin resistance and disturbances in glucose metabolism.

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