(Un)Healthiest Professions in Germany

Depending on your profession, you might spend most of your retirement in hospital or enjoying the golden years. Focus online ran a survey to find out which professionals fall sick more often based on how many days they reported sick in a year.

The healthiest professions

1. CEOs and Top Management – 6,9 days (although they experience the most stress)
2. Architects and civil engineers – 8 days
3. Auditors – 9,6 days
4. Sales and Procurement – 9,8 days

 

Unhealthiest professions  – most opt for earlier pension

1. Gardeners and florists – 20,3 days
2. Construction workers – 20,7 days
3. Healthcare workers and nurses – 21,9 days
4. Professional drivers – 26,9 days
5. Bus and tram drivers – 28 days