Occupational medicine

Every person on the planet is entangled in a web of ecological relationships that link farms and factories with human consumers.

A Compassionate Calling offers an unflinching and deeply personal look into the realities of the veterinary profession.

In 2019, a National Health Service Trust in England lost 11 members of current and former staff members to suspected suicide.

Many business leaders do not take care of their health.

Including practical advice on how to conduct a stress audit and how to target stress 'hot spots' within an organization, Organizational Stress Management provides a fresh strategic model for the manager concerned with the negative effects stress can have both on company performance and the quality of life of individuals at work.

This book compiles the papers presented at the Annual Conference of the Institute of Ergonomics & Human Factors held in April 2010.

An introductory course on Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) as applicable to all manufacturing and exploration engineering industries.

The term "e;Human Engineering"e; was first used in America at the beginning of the twentieth century and was renamed "e;Human Factors"e; after World War II.

Fundamentals of Health at Work is an engaging re-assessment of workplace health, with particular emphasis on the neglected issues of the social context of the working environment and the impact on individuals of their workplaces.

For the past decade, the rapid development of the ergonomics disciplines as well as the fast growing economy in the Asian region have been attracting the attention of the international ergonomics community.

Focusing on the spinal cord and its role in motor control, Restorative Neurology of Spinal Cord Injury details the clinical and neurophysiological assessment process and methods developed throughout the past half century by basic and clinical scientists.

The previous edition of this useful text on epidemiologic methods for studying injuries and evaluating interventions to prevent them provides specific objectives for research in the various stages of injury control planning and implementation, including the types of data needed to reach the objectives.

Although asbestos was once considered a miracle mineral, today even the word itself has ominous implications for all strata of our society.

From childhood to millennials and beyond, it is essential we take a life-course approach to occupation and work when in pain.

From childhood to millennials and beyond, it is essential we take a life-course approach to occupation and work when in pain.

The 'bible' of occupational health, Fitness for Work is the most in-depth and comprehensive resource available on the relationship between ill health and employment.

The 'bible' of occupational health, Fitness for Work is the most in-depth and comprehensive resource available on the relationship between ill health and employment.

Essentials of Toxicology for Health Protection is ideal as both a course book for students and a handbook for field professionals involved in responding to chemical incidents and local environmental concerns.

Current Topics in Occupational Epidemiology is an in-depth study of contemporary issues and emerging themes in the field.

Current Topics in Occupational Epidemiology is an in-depth study of contemporary issues and emerging themes in the field.

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The previous edition of this useful text on epidemiologic methods for studying injuries and evaluating interventions to prevent them provides specific objectives for research in the various stages of injury control planning and implementation, including the types of data needed to reach the objectives.

Although asbestos was once considered a miracle mineral, today even the word itself has ominous implications for all strata of our society.

This book focuses on the study of chemical dust suppression in mine dust pollution control by means of theories, experiments, computer simulation, and case application, aiming at providing chemical dust suppression solutions for mining worksites.

This timely volume provides an up-to-date and comprehensive summary about what is known about aging and work and addresses the challenges and opportunities confronting older workers and organizations.

This book highlights the work of pioneers in this field, in order to inspire their peers, healthcare leaders and an interested audience.

Handbook of Nanosafety: Measurement, Exposure and Toxicology, written by leading international experts in nanosafety, provides a comprehensive understanding of engineered nanomaterials (ENM), current international nanosafety regulation, and how ENM can be safely handled in the workplace.

This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for professionals working in industries that use isocyanates in the manufacturing of polyurethanes, foams, coatings, adhesives, and other materials.

This book closes a current gap by providing the scientific basis for consumer exposure assessment in the context of regulatory risk assessment.

Migrant and seasonal farmworkers are largely Latinx men, women, and children.

This volume covers advances in the field of respiratory diseases, reflecting the recent and dramatic expansion of knowledge regarding the determinants of respiratory health, screening tests for early pulmonary lesions, therapeutic interventions for respiratory infections and strategies for prevention.

This is the long-awaited pocket text on risk assessment for students and professionals in all health and safety fields.

This book introduces Vision Zero, a commitment to create workplaces free from serious accidents, harm and work- related diseases while delivering excellence in Safety, Health and Wellbeing (SHW).

From uninsured losses to workplace injuries, from absenteeism to addiction, alcohol consumption can have a major impact on the workplace.