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ACOEM Nov 4, 2024

A recent study in Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (JOEM) unveils essential findings on occupational burnout among healthcare workers during and beyond the #COVID19 pandemic, showing significant burnout increases.

By identifying social support and sleep quality as key protective factors, it provides insights for enhancing healthcare worker well-being and shaping resilient clinical practices and health policies in postpandemic scenarios. #OccEnvMed
https://journals.lww.com/joem/fulltext/2024/11000/beyond_the_pandemic__longitudinal_lessons_on.3.aspx

ACOEM Sep 17, 2024

A recent study in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (JOEM) investigated maternal #exposure to heavy metals from industrial sources during pregnancy as potential risk factors for childhood cancer. Findings suggest that air pollution from heavy metals released by industrial sources may elevate childhood cancer risk. #OccEnvMed
https://journals.lww.com/joem/abstract/2024/09000/maternal_exposure_to_heavy_metals_from_industrial.4.aspx?context=featuredarticles&collectionid=3

ACOEM Sep 2, 2024

Happy Labor Day! ACOEM would like to take a moment to celebrate the dedication and hard work of every worker across industries large and small.

As we honor their contributions, we also recognize the importance of efforts to ensure health and safety. Fighting for worker #wellbeing is at the core of ACOEM's mission, and we are committed to advocating for safer, healthier workplaces. Join us in celebrating Labor Day by reflecting on the progress made and the work still to be done! #OccEnvMed

ACOEM Aug 29, 2024

"The stress and mental health challenges faced by parents — just like loneliness, workplace well-being and the impact of social media on youth mental health — aren’t always visible, but they can take a steep toll. It’s time to recognize they constitute a serious public health concern for our country." US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy penned a guest opinion piece in The New York Times about the mental health of parents and caretakers. #OccEnvMed #mentalhealth
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/opinion/surgeon-general-stress-parents.html

Opinion | Surgeon General: We Must Help Stressed-Out Parents

Raising children is crucial work. Why don’t we treat it that way?

The New York Times

ACOEM Aug 26, 2024

Burnout coaches and #burnout recovery specialists are increasingly popping up across Canada, the U.S., the U.K., Australia and Europe.

Rarely are they licensed therapists or psychologists — instead they are usually people who have obtained certification from the International Coaching Federation and have spent a great deal of time researching workplace burnout and its causes. #OccEnvMed
https://www.chroniclejournal.com/business/national_business/rising-workplace-stress-levels-make-way-for-new-job-description-the-burnout-coach/article_032e4f25-f55a-55d9-ac3e-951c952fbc28.html

Rising workplace stress levels make way for new job description: the 'burnout coach'

Jana Cook has suffered from burnout twice in her professional career.

The Chronicle-Journal

ACOEM Aug 8, 2024

ACOEM is proud to announce that occupational and environmental medicine #OccEnvMed residencies and fellowships will participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for the upcoming residency application cycle. As of today, 17 programs are taking part.

ACOEM looks forward to collaborating with NRMP and engaging with prospective applicants through this enhanced matching process. #MedSchool #Match

ACOEM Aug 7, 2024

Surgical department physicians commonly sustain suture needle injuries while suturing incisions of 5-10 cm length under poor visibility, exacerbated by prolonged surgical duration. Despite detecting most injuries within 1 minute, only 40% are reported.

A recent study aimed to investigate suture needle stick injuries among surgical doctors during operations and assess the application effectiveness of a novel blunt suture needle. #OccEnvMed
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39093096/

Study on needle stick injuries during surgery and blunt needle use for reducing occupational exposure and hygiene benefits - PubMed

PubMed

ACOEM Jul 31, 2024

Occupational #trauma is heightened among police officers due to their exposure to physical, biological, chemical, and psychological #hazards. Sustained occupational trauma results in mental illness among members of the police, which is a public health issue of concern. A recent study aimed to report a scoping review of the literature on strategies employed by police officers for coping with occupational trauma around the globe. #OccEnvMed
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39063497/

Strategies for Coping with Occupational Trauma: A Scoping Review of the Police Officer Context - PubMed

the police management and healthcare practitioners must collaborate towards providing constructive environments that support and strengthen police officers' strategies for coping with occupational trauma.

PubMed

ACOEM Jul 24, 2024

Coal miners are highly prone to occupational health risks, such as black lung disease. A recent study aims to assess the prevalence of black lung disease and the factors associated with the disease among coal miners in Asia. #OccEnvMed #blacklung #toxicexposure
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39035799/

Black Lung Disease Among Coal Miners in Asia: A Systematic Review - PubMed

Although the prevalence of black lung disease among coal miners in Asia is considerably high, it can be addressed through effective prevention measures, monitoring, control, and case reporting<b>.</b>

PubMed

ACOEM Jul 17, 2024

Have you taken a moment to check out OEM | Explore? ACOEM's innovative, map-based career exploration platform is powered by MedGeo Ventures, LLC and allows users to delve into #OccEnvMed positions from coast to coast.

Whether you're looking for your next opportunity or are curious about the platform's user-centric navigation, get started by clicking on the link below!
https://acoem.org/Careers

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