HGV medicals: new and renewed licences
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 …
Know Your Numbers Week
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 …
Whole body vibration: understanding the risks
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 …
Body Image and Body Dysmorphic Disorder
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 …
How to effectively introduce occupational health services into a workplace
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 …
Looking after your lungs
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 …
Managing workplace skin problems
MOHS’s Deputy Chief Occupational Health Advisor explains possible causes of workplace skin problems and how to help employees. Skin problems can be some of the most complex and difficult workplace issues to manage. When an …
Shining a light on stress
As part of Stress Awareness Month, we highlight the symptoms of stress and the importance of creating a work culture supportive of mental health. As national restrictions begin to ease once again, there is a …
The importance of being active
Physical inactivity can lead to many health issues and costs the NHS over £1 billion each year. There are things we can all do to improve our activity levels. People in the UK are living …
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and an opportunity to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer. April is Bowel Cancer Awareness Month and is a great opportunity to raise awareness of …