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ILO: 840,000 Deaths Linked to Work Stress, Costs 1.4% GDP

4/29/2026

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The ILO report estimates more than 840,000 annual deaths from work-related psychosocial risks worldwide.
It attributes 783,694 deaths to cardiovascular disease, 56,394 to mental disorders, and says the burden costs 1.37% of global GDP.
The ILO reports that 35% of workers exceed 48 hours weekly (long hours defined as 55 hours or more) and that 23% have faced workplace violence or harassment, with psychological violence affecting 18%.

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The ILO report estimates more than 840,000 annual deaths from work-related psychosocial risks worldwide.
It attributes 783,694 deaths to cardiovascular disease, 56,394 to mental disorders, and says the burden costs 1.37% of global GDP.
The ILO reports that 35% of workers exceed 48 hours weekly (long hours defined as 55 hours or more) and that 23% have faced workplace violence or harassment, with psychological violence affecting 18%.