Published in JNCI Journal of the National Cancer Institute · View the paper (DOI)
Despite previous concerns, a new review of evidence suggests that night shift work is unlikely to increase breast cancer incidence. A meta-analysis of three large UK studies and seven previously published studies found no significant association between night shift work and breast cancer risk.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Night shift work and breast cancer risk Oxford University Press USA · Oct 6, 2016 · first to report
- Working night shifts unlikely to increase breast cancer risk Cancer Research UK · Oct 6, 2016