National Skin Cancer Action Week (17-23 November) is a reminder of the well-known dangers of skin cancer. Termed the ‘national cancer’, Australia holds the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. Although skin cancer is largely preventable, two out of …
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Posted onNational Skin Cancer Action Week: Staying Safe in the Australian Sun
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Posted onLung Cancer Awareness 2024: The Occupational Link
Each November, we observe Lung Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to shed light on one of the most common and deadly cancers affecting 2.5 million people worldwide. This month is dedicated to raising awareness of the environmental and occupational risk factors …
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Occupational Diseases and Seniors: Protecting Our Workforce Beyond Retirement
As we celebrate the Victorian Seniors Festival throughout October 2024, it’s important to reflect on the unique challenges faced by older Australians in the workforce. Australia’s ageing population is an important factor for many industries. With people living longer, many seniors …
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Posted onBreast Cancer Awareness Month 2024
October 1st marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With as many as 21,000 Australian women expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2024, raising awareness around the condition and its risk factors is essential. Breast cancer is among …
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Posted onMesothelioma Awareness Day 2024
This Thursday September 26th, as we observe Mesothelioma Awareness Day, it is important to reflect on the impact of this rare but aggressive cancer, as well as the ongoing efforts to improve awareness, prevention, and treatment. The primary risk factor for …
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month 2024: Protection & Prevention
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a month dedicated to support the 26,400 Australian men expected to be diagnosed this year. This month is also a timely reminder to protect ourselves against occupational hazards at our workplaces that may increase risk …
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Posted onShedding Light on Lymphoma & Leukemia: Why this Month Matters
Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 marked World Leukemia Day and World Lymphoma Day is approaching on 15th September, 2024. Along with raising awareness and showing support for those living with blood cancer, these World Awareness Days are a timely reminder of the …
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New National Laws to protect Workers from Silica risk
New national laws have taken effect that give workers the right to demand multiple safety control measures, such as PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), water suppression, on – tool extraction systems and exhaust ventilation systems. Workers can now also demand a silica …
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Posted onAm I at risk of Raynaud’s Disease?
Raynaud’s disease (also known as Raynaud’s syndrome or Raynaud’s phenomenon) affects around 5% of men and 10% of women in Australia. Raynaud’s disease is a condition that restricts blood flow to your fingers and toes in response to cold weather or …
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Victoria Posted onWorkCover Entitlements for Occupational Diseases
If a worker contracts a disease as a result of exposure to risk factors arising from the nature of employment, that disease may be classified as an occupational disease. Are there any entitlements?
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Occupational Asthma – What you need to know
BACKGROUND: Approximately 2.8 million Australians live with asthma, which causes around 400 deaths every year. Up to 25% of adult-onset asthma cases are caused by occupational exposures, with as many as 3000 new cases of occupational asthma each year in Australia. …
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New study finds 90% of welders exposed to Carcinogens
A recent joint study between the University of Sydney and Curtin University found that as many as 46,000 Australian welders are exposed to high levels of dangerous, potentially cancer-causing fumes at work. In addition, the fumes can also cause neurological disorders …
