The working wounded: occupational asthma
Article Abstract:
There were more than 1000 new cases of occupational asthma estimated in 1993, according to the HSE in their publication Preventing Asthma at Work, and the TUC believe that asthma is the fastest growing occupational disease. In allergic asthma the body's own immune system does the damage by over-reacting. Non allergic occupational asthma is attributed to irritants such as floor sealants and spray paint. The first step to preventing occupational asthma is to identify risk substances in the workplace and to maintain proper control measures.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 1995
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Epilepsy: the working wounded
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Epilepsy can be disruptive to people's lives because of the stigma and prejudice amongst society. Most cases of epilepsy can be controlled by drugs, although this can have side effects. Many job applicants hide their epilepsy from prospective employers, as some smaller employers cannot afford ill health, and may not have an occupational health set up. However a survey by the British Epilepsy Association showed that people with epilepsy are less likely to take time off than the average employee.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 1995
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Asthma: the working wounded
Article Abstract:
An MP and a teacher describe their experiences of asthma. Despite her asthma the teacher eventually rose to the the rank of headmistress, and both sufferers believe that sheer determination is a common factor. Both women identified the particular circumstances or substances that would trigger an asthma attack. These could include house dust mites, pollen, feathers, and sufferers can develop new allergies.
Publication Name: Occupational Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0143-5353
Year: 1995
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