Socio-professional Characteristics Research Articles

Association Between education and walking speed: counterfactual mediation analysis in favor of a motor reserve hypothesis.

We quantified the extent to which the association between education and fast walking speed (FWS) is explained by 17 mediators (cardiovascular risk factors/diseases, comorbidities, health behaviours, socio-professional characteristics, cognition), and examined whether mediators interact with education, in favor of a reserve hypothesis. Cross-sectional analyses are based on Constances (population-based study of French adults 45-69y). 3m-FWS was measured using photoelectric cells. Education was categorized as lower/higher. After multiple imputation of missing values, we used counterfactual mediation models for multiple mediators allowing for education×mediator interactions, to estimate the total effect (TE), total indirect effect (TIE), and mediated interaction (IMD) of lower education on FWS. Analyses are based on 71,222 participants (52.6% women; mean age=57.2y; 27.2% higher education; mean FWS=180.2cm/s). In joint mediation analyses, the TE of lower education was -8.19cm/s (95% confidence interval [CI]=-8.87;-7.51), with a TIE of -5.76cm/s (95%CI=-6.10;-5.41; proportion mediated=70.3%, 95%CI=65.6;75.0). The IMD was negative (-2.52, 95%CI=-3.31;-1.72); 30.8% of the TE and 43.8% of the TIE were attributable to the IMD. Several mediators explain a large part of the association between lower education and slower FWS. The detrimental effect of mediators was more pronounced in participants with lower than in those with higher education, in agreement with a reserve hypothesis.

Protective action in the workplace in the time of COVID-19: The role of worker representation.

This study addresses the contribution of worker representation to health and safety in the pandemic context. To do so, we examine whether the self-reported presence of representatives in workplaces is associated with the implementation of anti-COVID-19 protective action and with which type of measures their existence is most strongly associated (individual, collective or organizational). The article also explores how the presence of worker representatives and anti-COVID-19 protective measures are distributed according to workers' socio-professional characteristics and company features. This is a cross-sectional study based on an online survey conducted in Spain (n = 19,452 workers). Multiple Correspondence Analysis was used for the multivariate description while the association between worker representation and protective measures was assessed by robust Poisson regressions. The maps resulting from the Multiple Correspondence Analysis allow for the identification of patterns of inequalities in protection, with a clear occupational social class divide. The regression models show that protective measures are applied more frequently where worker representatives exist, this association being particularly strong in relation to organizational measures. The presence of worker representation is systematically associated with a greater presence of protective measures, which could have implications for the reduction of social inequalities resulting from labor-management practices.

THE PERCEPTION OF CORPORATE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: INVESTIGATING THE EMPLOYEE PERSPECTIVE

This paper endeavors to assess the overall level of employees’ perception of corporate sustainable development (CSD) across its three defining dimensions – economic, social, and environmental. Variations in the perceived significance based on individual and professional characteristics among employees are additionally identified. The research methodology involves conducting Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) based on the information collected from a survey distributed to employees of companies operating in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector within Romania’s Western region. The findings affirm a direct, restrictive and positive impact of employees’ socio-professional characteristics on their perception of CSD.

The impact of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic on health and working conditions of Swiss bus drivers

IntroductionFor decades, bus drivers (BDs) have been recognized as one of the most exposed occupational groups worldwide. Yet, BDs’ health issues have not attracted sufficient attention. During the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, BDs were part of essential workers and experienced additional occupational exposures related to the pandemic crisis. MethodWe conducted a nationwide cross-sectional study among Swiss BDs to assess the impact of these exposures on their working and health conditions. The latter were treated as dichotomous variables, assessed using a self-administered online questionnaire. The questionnaire was distributed via all three unions active in the public transport sector in Switzerland since 40% of BDs are unionized. Data were analyzed using linear and logistic regression models adjusted for socio-professional and demographic characteristics of BDs. ResultsThe study sample included 916 participants. The overall response rate was 21%. The average age was 48.2 years (SD = 9.7) and the driving seniority was 11.5 years (SD = 9.7). Most BDs felt sufficiently protected. However, 58% and 42% of BDs, respectively, had to replace their colleagues on short notice and worked extra hours. For 41% of BDs, these constraints negatively impacted their physical or mental health. BDs graded their companies' management of SARS-CoV-2 crisis at 4.1 (SD = 1.2) on a 6-point scale. This grade was associated with shortening of rest phase and impact on health. Exposure and its impact on health varied across geographic regions and unions. In Eastern Switzerland, BDs' satisfaction rates were lower than in Espace Mitteland and with a stronger pandemic impact on working conditions and health. Part-time work was associated with lower pandemic impact and higher BD's satisfaction rate regarding working conditions. ConclusionAssessment of BDs’ work conditions and their changes associated with the pandemic is necessary to insure a better crisis management in the future, especially in regions and unions with low satisfaction rates.

Epidemiology and Sensitivity to Antibiotics of Uropathogenic Bacteria in Patients at the CHU Ignace Deen National Hospital in Conakry, Guinea

Introduction: Urinary tract infections are caused by the colonisation of the various organs of the urinary tract by microorganisms.
 Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the antibiotic sensitivity of bacteria isolated from urinary tract infections and improve the health care of patients with urinary tract infections.
 Methods: This is a prospective, cross-sectional descriptive study that took place over three months, from 2 February to 2 May 2022.
 Results: Bacterial identifications showed a predominance of Escherichia coli (E. coli) with 52%, followed by Klebsiella pneumoniae (K. pneumoniae) with 13%, Enteroccus spp., with 9%, Enterobacter cloacae complex (E. cloacae) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) with 8% each. and the other germs are weakly represented. The antibiogram showed that certain antibiotics were active on the majority of strains, including imipenem (75%), cefoxitin (65%) and ertapenem (64%), amikacin (61%). All age groups were affected by urinary tract infections with a predominance in the age group of 51 years and over (54%), and 25 to 50 years are the most represented in our study with respectively 54% and 28%. The Marital Status shows that Married people were mostly exposed to urinary tract infections with a prevalence of 78%. The distribution according to socio-professional characteristics showed that Housewives were the most represented (30%). The majority of infected patients came from the Commune of Ratoma (35%).
 Conclusion: Urinary tract infections are a major public health problem whose health management necessarily involves an antibiogram and possibly the monitoring of hematological parameters.

The first all-union meeting of workers and female stakhanovites and discussions on the industrialization during the mid 1930s

The article analyzes the materials of the first All-Union meeting of workers and female Stakhanovites, held in Moscow on November 14-17, 1935. The systematization of the speeches of the participants of the meeting is given by socio-professional characteristics; by the degree of reflection of the state of affairs in a particular industry; by the quality of the proposed ways to solve problems. The evolution of managers' views on the possibilities and role of the Stakhanov movement is traced. For the People's Commissariat of Heavy Industry and the director's corps, a possible prospect was a general systematic professional development of workers, including the transfer of experience at Stakhanov courses and at Stakhanov schools.

Epidemiological profile of occupational risks associated with artisanal burning of plastic materials in Parakou

Burning plastic releases toxic fumes and gases. More and more people engage in the professional activity of welding plastic parts by fusion in Benin. Hence the need for this study. To assess the frequency of the various occupational risks associated with the welding of plastic materials by burning in Parakou. A cross-sectional, descriptive, and analytical study focused on plastic welders in Parakou. The data was collected using a questionnaire. The variables studied were accidents at work, occupational diseases, and socio-professional characteristics. The data was analyzed by Epi info version 7.2.1.0. The significance level was set at p < 0.05. A total of 137 subjects were surveyed. They were all male. Almost all of them were victims of accidents at work. The lesions were mainly on the fingers (99%) and feet (99%). The most expressed morbid manifestations were musculoskeletal disorders (98%), rhinitis (87%), cough (79%), tearing (98%) and conjunctival hyperemia (93%). Plastic welding in Parakou is a high health risk activity for craftsmen. It is urgent to take protective measures for these craftsmen.

Calibration method for an open source model to simulate building energy at territorial scale

In a context of massive renovation of residential housing, stakeholders need decision-support tools based on knowledge of the current building stock and an accurate simulation of energy demand. For this purpose, we developed a val- idation/calibration method on a territorial/national scale in order to represent the real consumption of housing. This methodological approach provides (1) more reliable identification of energy-saving measures (changes in technology or behaviour) and (2) improved knowledge of the energy simulation tool and its post-calibration performance for optimisation issues. The main contribution of the calibration method described in this paper is the geographical scale concerned: all French residential housing has been modelled, simulated and calibrated with national data (geometries and attributes) on buildings. Furthermore, some occupants' socio-professional characteristics have been taken into account to reflect their actual energy behaviours. This is different from traditional approaches that focus only on a few buildings or archetypes. This paper also describes the application of this methodology on an Open Source simulation software in order to be easily verifiable and usable. This linear model will also be used to optimise renovation solutions at territorial scale in future work. All data used in this paper are Open Data and thus available to the scientific community. This method enabled more than 18 million buildings to be calibrated while reducing the Normalized Root Mean Square Error, between simulated and real energy annual consumption, from 52% to 24% for gas and from 24% to 15% for electricity. In addition, the user of the method is free to prioritise either the maximum error reduction or the number of calibration coefficients if a simpler model is desired. This paper also discusses the results obtained from this method for future improvement.

MEDICAL FITNESS IN WORKERS WITH PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS

IntroductionMental health disorders are among the most burdensome health concerns in the world; it affects more than 970 million people in 2019. These disorders deteriorate all aspects of life, especially the professional field, impacting mainly physical capability, daily functioning, and productivity among the working-age population.ObjectivesTo study the socio-professional and medical characteristics of workers with psychiatric disorders and to assess the repercussions of these pathologies on work ability.MethodsA descriptive and retrospective study included all the medical files of workers with psychiatric disorders who were referred to the occupational medicine department at Charles Nicolle Hospital for a medical opinion of fitness for work during the period from January 1, 2014, to December 31, 2020.ResultsThe average age of the 224 cases collected was 41.74± [25-60 years] with a sex ratio of 0.67. The average professional seniority was 13.4 years±8.27 years. The most common occupational sectors were health (38.1%) and communication (20.2%). The patients were mainly suffering from either an anxiety-depressive disorder (36.6%) or psychosis (11.6%). These included 21 cases of bipolar disorder, 21 cases of schizophrenia, two cases of chronic hallucinatory psychosis and 3 cases of delusional psychosis. Forty-three patients were fit to continue working, 133 patients were fit with restrictions and twenty-six were unfitted to work.A professional reclassification was recommended for 37 patients in positions with a lower mental load. One employee suffering from advanced schizophrenia was offered early retirement on grounds of disability. Permanent unfitness was pronounced in 11.6% of cases.ConclusionsThe impact of mental disorders on cognitive abilities can be so significant as to result in temporary or permanent unfitness for work. However, the decision of medical fitness for work for the same psychiatric pathology may vary from one individual to another and from one workstation to another.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

Neuropsychological effects of occupational exposure to organic solvents: A study of 37 cases

IntroductionOccupational exposure to organic solvents can have multiple health effects for exposed employees.Neuropsychic effects represent an important part of these effects and have a significant impact on patients’ ability to workObjectives-To describe the socio-professional and medical characteristics of workers exposed to organic solvents-To screen among the study population for neuropsychological effects related to an organic psychosyndrome using the Q16 questionnaire.MethodsA retrospective descriptive study of workers exposed to organic solvents, who were referred to the occupational medicine department of Charles Nicolle Hospital in Tunis for a medical assessment of their fitness for work over the period from 2016 to 2022. The socio-professional data were collected from the medical records. The Swedish Q16 questionnaire in its French version was used to screen for neuropsychological signs of organic psycho-syndrome.ResultsA total of 37 workers were included. The mean age was 45.38 ± 8.63 years with a clear male predominance (77%). The mean occupational seniority was 21.39 ± 11.11 years. The average duration of the occupational exposure to organic solvents was 18.25 ± 11.29 years. The most represented sectors of activity were the plastics industry (11%), the automotive industry (19%), the carpentry sector (14%) and the aeronautics sector (9%). Our population was represented by polyvalent workers in 49% of cases and by painter in 24% of cases. Psychiatric history was noted in only one case. The main functional signs reported by the workers were wheezing dyspnea with breathing difficulties (13%) and headaches (11%).The Q16 questionnaire was found to be positive in 65% of the cases, with a higher rate of positivity for the items relating to unusual fatigue (73%), irritability for no particular reason (67%), short memory (64%) and headaches (58%). Acquired dyschromatopsia detected by a Lanthony test was found in 39% of the cases, 23% of which was associated with a positive Q16 questionnaire. Additional exploration by specific psychotechnical tests was carried out in five cases, all of which came back positive with significant attentional and cognitive impairment.A declaration of an occupational disease according to the Table n°23 (Halogenated derivatives of aliphatic hydrocarbons) and Table n°40 (other liquid organic solvents for professional use) of the Tunisian list of occupational diseases eligible for compensation was made in three and two cases respectively. A definitive exemption from exposure to organic solvents was indicated for all workers with a positive Q16 questionnaire.ConclusionsExposure to organic solvents is a risk encountered in various occupational sectors. Thus, education of the employees to the dangers encountered with a reinforcement of the collective and individual technical protection means are essential in order to avoid their detrimental effects on health.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

Satisfaction at work as a determinant of the mental health of electricians

IntroductionThe workplace environment influences employees’ health. Authors widely recognise job dissatisfaction as a workplace. Work satisfaction can influence employees’ psychological health statuses.ObjectivesWe aimed to assess the impact of satisfaction at work on the mental health of electricians.MethodsThe study concerned a group of electricians who agreed to answer a face-to-face interview concerning working conditions and mental health status. Data was collected using a pre-designed questionnaire that included socio-professional characteristics, a 10-point scale of job satisfaction, and the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K6) between January and June 2022.ResultsOur study included 74 male electricians. The mean age was 39.3 ± 10.5 years. The average job tenure was 15.5 ± 11.2 years. The mean score of K6 was 5.4±4.8 (range = 0–22). The proportion of respondents with high levels of psychological distress (K6 score of 13 or greater) was 9.5 %. The mean score of satisfaction at work was 7.7±1.8. Low satisfaction at work was correlated with high levels of psychological distress (p = 0.012; r = -0.29).ConclusionsHigh job satisfaction was correlated with low levels of psychological distress. Policies and practices should focus on improving working conditions to enhance the mental health of employees.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

The association between the well-being and workability among university staff during the COVID‑19 pandemic

IntroductionThe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has had an unprecedented impact on educational systems and the well-being of the university staff. The mental health of university staff can affect their ability to work.ObjectivesOur study aimed to assess the association between the well-being of university staff and their workability during the COVID-19 pandemic.MethodsWe conducted a cross-sectional study among university staff in Sfax, Tunisia. We collected data between September and October 2021 using a self-administered questionnaire including socio-professional characteristics, the Work Ability Score (WAS) and the Arabic version of the Mental Health Continuum-Short form.ResultsOur sample was composed of 62 university staff. The respondents’ mean age was 51.4±6.7 years and 67.7% were female. The average job tenure was 17.9 ± 8 years. The mean score of WAS was 7.5±1.8. The mean scores of emotional well-being, social well-being and psychological well-being were 8.5±4.2, 12.6±6.1, and 19.9±7.3, respectively. Sixty-one per cent of participants reported languishing to moderate mental health, and 39% % were flourishing. The workability of participants was significantly associated with their well-being (p = 0.04).ConclusionsHaving good mental health improves the worker’s ability to work. Taking care of mental health is crucial to guarantee better efficacy at work.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

The impact of perceived exertion on satisfaction with life among power line workers

IntroductionThe power line workers have a heavy physical workload. It is essential to know the impact of this perceived exertion on their satisfaction with life to improve their mental health.ObjectivesWe aimed to evaluate the associations between perceived exertion at work and satisfaction with life among power line workers.MethodsWe conducted a study among a group of power line workers from January to June 2022 using a self-administered questionnaire. We evaluated socio-professional characteristics, physical exertion with the Borg CR-10, and the satisfaction with life scale (SWLS).ResultsSeventy-four male line workers participated in the study. They were married in 67.6% of cases. The mean age was 39.3 ± 10.5 years. The average job tenure was 15.5 ± 11.2 years. The mean of perceived exertion was 6.1±1.9. High to very high exertion was found in 73% of participants. The mean score of satisfaction with life was 26.8 ±6.5. Five (12.6%) participants were dissatisfied to extremely dissatisfied. Fifty-six (75.9%) participants were satisfied to extremely satisfied. High perceived exertion was correlated with higher satisfaction with the lives of line workers (p = 0.03, r = 0.24).ConclusionsPower line workers with high perceived exertion were more satisfied with their lives. This can be explained by the positive impact of work on the lives of workers. The work environment is paramount to ensuring good mental health.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

Association between perceived workload and mental health among electricians

IntroductionThe work conditions of electricians have been associated with heavy physical and psychological workloads. It is essential to know the impact of this perceived workload on the mental health of workers.ObjectivesThis study aimed to assess the relationship between perceived workload on the mental health of workers.MethodsThe study was conducted among a group of electricians. Data were gathered between January-June 2022 using a self-administered questionnaire including socio-professional characteristics and Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K6). To assess the perceived workload, we choose the National Aeronautics and Space Administration Task Load Index (NASA-TLX). In this study, we evaluated raw NASA-TLX scores.ResultsSeventy-four workers participated in the study. They were married in 67,6% of cases. The mean age was 39,3 ± 10,5 years. The average job tenure was 15,5 ± 11,2 years. The mean score of K6 was 5,4±4,8. The proportion of respondents with high levels of psychological distress (K6 score of 13 or greater) was 9.5 %. The mean score of mental demand, physical demand, performance, effort, frustration level and temporal demand were respectively 88.8±14, 60.8±23.6, 85.2±13.1, 82.7±15.4, 34.3±29.3 and 61.8±29.2. The frustration level was correlated with high levels of K6 (p = 0.002, r = 0.36).ConclusionsA high perceived workload was correlated with the altered mental health of workers. Hence, practices and policies should focus on improving working conditions to enhance the mental health of the employees.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

Study of the association of work-related musculoskeletal disorders and anxiety-depressive diseases

IntroductionMental disorders, musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) and their comorbidities are major threats to work and functional ability. The relationship between mental health and the common MSDs has not received enough attentionObjectivesTo study the socio-professional characteristics of workers suffering from work related MSDTo evaluate the association of work related MSDs with anxiety and depression disordersMethodsA descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among workers with work-related MSDs who consulted the occupational medicine department of the Charles Nicolle Hospital between January 2022 and September 2022. A remote survey was conducted among these workers to screen for anxiety and depressive disorders using the Hospital anxiety and Depressive ScaleResultsThe study population consisted of 54 workers with MSDs with a sex ratio (M/F) of 0.74. The average age was 44.4 [27-61 years]. The average professional seniority was 14.9 years±7 years and the sectors with the highest prevalence of MSDs were the health sector (22%), the food industry (13%) and the textile industry (11%). The workers reported MSDs of the lumbar spine in 61%, gonarthrosis in 31%, followed by MSDs of the upper limb in 25%. The prevalence of anxiety and depressive disorders were respectively 46% and 38%. There was no significant association between socio-demographic factors and anxiety depressive disorders. The anxiety disorder was associated with MSDs of the lumbar spine (p: 0.05; OR: 0.32 CI95% [0.1-1.09]).ConclusionsAnxiety and depressive disorders were common among workers with MSDs related to work. Interventions targeting psychological distress and work-related psychosocial characteristics may reduce their musculoskeletal pain.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

The dermatology life quality index among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic

IntroductionDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a peak of occupational dermatoses associated with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) among healthcare workers (HCWs). The resulting dermatological damage might have an impact on the quality of life.ObjectivesWe aimed to evaluate the dermatological life quality of the HCWs due to PPE use.MethodsThe study was conducted in a group of HCWs from Hedi Chaker hospital in Sfax, Tunisia. Data were gathered between march and may 2021 using a self-administered questionnaire including socio-professional characteristics, evaluation of skin lesions, evaluation of the infection-prevention practices and the Arabic version of the Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI).ResultsOur sample was composed of 190 HCWs. The respondents’ mean age was 32.5 ± 6.5 years and 54.7% were female. The average job tenure was 6.6 ± 5.8 years. Doctors represented 22.1 %, nurses 13.6% and cleaning staff 64.3 % of participants. The prevalence of skin lesions due to PPE among HCWs was 51.6%. The mean time of mask use was 15.4 ± 9.1 hours. The daily hand washing frequency was &gt;10 times/day in 85.3 % of participants. The mean DLQI score was 3.3 ± 4.3. According to this index, it was found that these skin lesions had no effect, small effects, moderate effects and very large effects on the lives of 43.9%, 34.7%, 12.2%, and 9.2% of participants, respectively. The DLQI was correlated with hand washing frequency (p = 0.014, r = 0.204) and the time of mask use ( p = 0.038, r = 0.172).ConclusionsSkin lesions among HCWs are frequent during the covid-19 pandemic. These lesions influence the quality of life of the HCWs. This risk gets higher with excessive preventive measures. It is critical to provide training on the prevention of skin lesions associated with PPE wearing and hand hygiene before and during the period of use of preventive measures.Disclosure of InterestNone Declared

Health-related Quality of Life and Determinants of the Mental Dimension Among Tunisian Nurses in Public Hospitals.

The health-related quality of life (HR-QoL) has been in-creasingly investigated in health sciences. The Objectives of this study are to evaluate the HR-QoL among nurses in Tunisian public hospitals and to identify the determinants of its mental dimension. A cross-sectional, bi-centric study was conducted within a representative sample of the 1,179 nurses assigned to 28 departments of two Tunisian public hospitals. A structured inquiry (socio-professional characteristics, occupational perceived workload) and validated questionnaires (SF12, Job Content Questionnaire of Karasek, Work Ability Index) have been completed. Response rate was equal to 97.34%. The mean age of nurses was 42.60 ± 21 years. Nearly half of caregivers (49.07%) had a poor mental quality of life. The multivariate analysis concluded that mental HR-QoL was correlated with the female gender (0.010), obesity and the non-practice of regular physical activity (0.027), musculoskeletal diseases (<10-3), the low ability to work (<10-3). This deterioration of the mental HR-QoL dimension was also associated with the job tenure (0.002), the perceived workload (0.015), and conflictual relationships with colleagues (0.006) the feeling of insecurity at work (0.034), and the intention to leave the profession early (0.007) Conclusion: The results of this study showed that a considerable number of nurses had a poor mental quality of life. This study also identified factors associated with this deterioration. Acting on these determining factors may improve the well-being and global health of nurses, as well as their work performance and quality of care provided.

Ways of reinterpritation of phraseological units with the component of nominating a person according to social status and professional features in English

In modern English phraseology, phraseological units with the components of nomination of a person by social status and nomination of a person by socio-professional characteristics are notable for the fact that they have the strongest level of activity. Phraseological units with these components are interesting because social signals are clearly expressed in semantics. The article discusses the phraseological units with the components of nomination of a person by his social status and socio-professional characteristics in English, the ways of their figurative rethinking (metaphor, hyperbole, irony, euphemism, paraphrase, comparison, oxymoron).

WOMEN’s PARTICIPATION IN REPRESENTATIVE BODIES OF THE NATIONAL REPUBLICS OF THE VOLGA FEDERAL DISTRICT

This article analyzes the female composition of the deputy corps of the national republics of the Volga Federal District. The main political and socio-professional characteristics of women deputies are described. The results make it possible to determine the forms of women's entry into the deputy corps of the national republics of the Volga Federal District, as well as the existing models of women's political representation, typical for the republics of Bashkortostan, Mari El, Mordovia, Tatarstan, Udmurtia, Chuvashia.

Patient involvement in pharmacovigilance: determinants and evolution of reporting from 2011 to 2020 in France

IntroductionBecause patients and patient organizations want to strengthen their role in the care pathway and drug evaluation and in order to improve pharmacovigilance activities, European competent authorities implemented regulations to allow direct reporting of adverse drug reactions related to medicinal products by patients in 2012.ObjectivesTo describe evolution and analyze determinants of patient reporting activity in France in order to assess patient involvement in pharmacovigilance.MethodUsing the French national pharmacovigilance database, univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to compare the characteristics of adverse drug reaction (ADR) reports from patients and healthcare professionals (HCP) between 2011 and 2020. The relationship between regional patient ADR report activity and regional care provision and socio-professional characteristics was analyzed using the principal component analysis.ResultsA significant and higher increase in ADR reports over time from patients (r = 0.89, p < 0.001) compared to HCP (r = 0.27, p = 0.002) has been observed. Patient ADR report activities compared to HCP concerned more women (80% vs. 55%, p < 0.001), younger age classes (p < 0.001), reporting through web portal (83% vs. 17%, p < 0.001), and less serious events (26% vs. 63%, p < 0.001). In the principal component analysis, regional patient reporting activity was related to socio-professional categories, age classes, and densities of hospital beds and physicians.ConclusionOur results confirm an increasing involvement of patients in ADR report activities. The determinants of patient reporting activities are not only related to drug and medical factors but also to social factors. Digital tools may also play a role in health democracy in pharmacovigilance.