The Effects of Night Shift Work on Health Across the Menstrual Cycle

Launched by UPPSALA UNIVERSITY · Nov 7, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how working night shifts and not getting enough sleep can affect women's health during different times of their menstrual cycle. Researchers want to understand how sleep deprivation impacts various aspects of health, including brain function, metabolism (how our body uses energy), gut bacteria (which can affect digestion and overall health), and the immune system (which helps fight off illness).

To participate, you need to be a healthy woman aged between 18 and 45. However, if you use hormonal birth control, have a chronic illness, regularly smoke, take medications, or drink a lot of alcohol or coffee, you won’t be eligible for this study. If you join, you can expect to share information about your health and lifestyle, and possibly undergo some assessments related to sleep and menstrual cycles. This research aims to shed light on how night shift work and sleep patterns can influence women’s health, which could lead to better support and resources for women who work during these hours.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • - Healthy
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Use of hormonal contraceptives
• • Chronic disease
• • Regular use of nicotine
• • Use of medication
• • Consumes excessive amounts of alcohol or coffee