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Join the SOM! Any health professional with an interest in #occupational #health is welcome E.g. #doctors #GPs & #disability assessors, #Nurses, #AHPs such as Occupational #Therapists & #Physiotherapists; Occupational #Ergonomists, #Hygienists @SOMNews - som.org.uk/membership-inf…

What are the “hidden risks” of health in the workplace, and why do they matter? In this new blog, Dr Lara Shemtob explains the power of occupational health in uncovering and managing hidden risks som.org.uk/occupational-h… #occupationalhealth #healthatwork

In the fourth episode of our Occupational Therapist podcast series, we explore #VocationalRehabilitation - what it means, how it integrates with #occupationalhealth, and why early intervention is crucial to a successful return to work som.org.uk/som-podcast

NEW JOB AD: Northern Ireland Civil Service is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse, closing date Friday 1st August som.org.uk/northern-irela… #occupationalhealth #nurses #nursecareer

In the latest episode of our Podcast Mini CPD Series, we speak to Specialist Pain Physiotherapist & Multidisciplinary Pain Coach Richmond Stace about chronic pain and the principles of pain coaching som.org.uk/som-podcast #occupationalhealth #physiotherapy

NEW JOB AD: NHS Lothian is seeking a Chief Nurse - Occupational Health and Safety Service, closing date Thursday 7th August som.org.uk/nhs-lothian-ch… #occupationalhealth #nurses

Today, EU joined the Ministry of Labour, ILO & partners at the launch of the Malawi National Occupational Safety and Health Policy. We emphasized that all stakeholders have a responsibility to implement proactive & sustainable safety & health measures at all workplaces in Malawi.

We are looking for an exceptional leader to join our team as Chief Nurse for Occupational Health & Safety Services. This role involves providing strategic direction, leadership, & management across our occupational health teams. ➡️ apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?…

Welcome to new SOM Corporate Supporter OH3 Ltd, a SEQOHS approved Occupational Health and Wellbeing provider. Interested in becoming a SOM Corporate Supporter? Find out more here som.org.uk/corporate-supp… #occupationalhealth #healthatwork

Welcome to new SOM Corporate Supporter HCA Healthcare UK, a leading private healthcare provider offering specialist OH services to corporate clients. Find out more about our Corporate Supporters here som.org.uk/corporate-supp… #occupationalhealth #healthatwork

Occupational health-supporting HR For all your #HR colleagues.. Book at som.org.uk/events @Cheese_Peter @CIPD @CIPD_Events @CIPDpolicy @CIPD_CLB @HRinform @CIPD_SWL @SussexCipd @cipdlondon @OHWplus @SOMNews

See new blog at som.org.uk/occupational-h… @SOMNews

✅ The ILO has a new Convention — the first international labour standard to protect workers from biological hazards like viruses and bacteria. A historic step for occupational safety and health. #RatifyC192

Not sure where to begin with a career in research? Here are 4 ways you can add research to your career: 1️⃣Review our introductory courses and resources 2️⃣Explore our support tailored to different professions 3️⃣Find out about different funding options 4️⃣Read our researcher case…

“We do have a sick nation, there’s no doubt” The NHS issued 11 million sick notes last year - double the number a decade ago. Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, tells #R4Today that the amount of chronic illness they see has gone up dramatically.

22/6/25. Turner M et al. Occupational health in the era of climate change & the green transition: a call for research. Lancet Regional Health – Europe. Vol 54, 101353. Increased surveillance needed thelancet.com/journals/lanep…

“When I became ill at work… the punitive sickness policies meant that I was soon being managed out of my job I loved so much by HR who refused to acknowledge occupational health recommendations.” Labour MP Cat Eccles discloses her experience with the ‘cruel’ welfare system. 👇

Society of Occupational Medicine webinars coming up including Jo Yarker, Ira Madan, James Sunderland and others presenting on #psychosocial risk, the role of occupational #technicians and getting involved in #research. Book at som.org.uk/events @SOMNews

New guidelines for workplace noise, and the impact of endocrine conditions at work, were key topics at the RCPI Faculty of Occupational Medicine Spring Conference medicalindependent.ie/in-the-news/co… @RCPI_news @ChimeFor #occupationalmedicine

Proud to host the author of the first book on Occupational Lung Disease in South Africa’s mining industry. Honoured to lay my hands on a signed copy—clear, practical, and easy to read. A must-ve for every occupational medicine practitioner and pulmonologist. #LungHealth #Mining