Occupational Health
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COVID-19 and Occupational Health
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), occupational health addresses "all determinants of workers' health, including risks for disease and injury in the occupational environment, social and individual factors, and access to health services."
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many different occupations are being severely impacted. We highlight a few of these impacted groups, including first responders, health care providers, mental health providers, teachers, and those involved in post-mortem care.
For more information on Occupational Health, visit: https://www.who.int/health-topics/occupational-health
Health Care Providers
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, health care providers are experiencing unforeseen rates of both illness and death.
Author: Brian May
Mental Health Providers
Our mental health system was strained prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and those in the mental health field are strained now more than ever.
Author: Amanda Johnson
Link to COVID-19 & Mental Health Providers
Teachers
Ensuring teacher saftey as the COVID-19 pandemic contiues and the teaching enviornment changes rapidly.
Author: Katie Reilly
Link to Teachers & COVID-19
