Work-related restrictive pulmonary disorders are lung diseases that result from exposure to harmful substances in the workplace. These conditions can be caused by various occupational hazards, such as inhalation of dust, fumes, gases, and vapours. …
Exposure to hand transmitted vibration is a well-known risk factor for the development of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). How does carpal tunnel syndrome occur? CTS occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm …
Read about the career of our former colleague, Dr Malcolm Cathcart, who recently retired as MOHS’s clinical lead and find out about his newly appointed replacement, Dr Paul Grime. Dr Malcolm Cathcart, occupational health physician …
After what might have been an indulgent few weeks over the Christmas and New Year period, now is a great time to reset our regular habits including how much alcohol we drink. January is often …
We highlight the current shortfall of HGV drivers and explain when HGV medicals are required, what they involve and what to look out for when booking a medical. The exact number of HGV drivers needed …
Almost one third of UK adults have high blood pressure, however millions don’t realise it. Know Your Numbers Week aims to get us all to get our blood pressure taken and to understand the risk …
Often a misunderstood workplace risk, whole body vibration can cause long-term health issues if not identified properly. Read about potential risks and how employers can limit their workers’ exposure. Whole body vibration (WBV) is probably …
The theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (13-19 May) is ‘Body image – how we think and feel about our bodies’. We shed some light on the behaviours people living with Body Dysmorphic …
There are many benefits to engaging an occupational health provider in addition to the obvious need for compliance with health and safety guidance, and the way in which the service introduced into a workplace may …
We explain the causes of occupational lung disorders, the ways in which employers can reduce or avoid employees’ exposure to hazardous substances, and current health assessment restrictions during the pandemic. Simon Jukes, our Deputy Chief …