What role does occupational health screening play in the prevention of diseases?
May 4, 2023 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Erika Keck
Dear Doctor,
My name is Dennis Heuser and I have been working as an electrician in a large company for many years. Lately, I have noticed that I am experiencing more frequent headaches and back pain, which are making it difficult for me to work. My colleagues have also advised me to undergo an occupational health examination to detect potential health risks early.
I am very concerned about my health and wonder what role these preventive examinations play in disease prevention. Can the examination help me to detect and prevent health problems early? What specific tests are conducted during an occupational health examination and how can they help me protect my health?
I would like to know if these examinations can help me identify potential health risks that may arise from my work as an electrician early on. Are there specific measures I could take to improve my health at the workplace and prevent diseases?
Thank you in advance for your help and support on this important issue. I look forward to your expert advice and hope that you can provide me with possible solutions to protect my health and improve my work situation.
Sincerely,
Dennis Heuser
Dear Mr. Heuser,
Thank you for your inquiry and your trust in my expertise as an occupational physician. It is very important that you take care of your health in the workplace and want to identify potential health risks early on. Occupational health examinations play a crucial role in the prevention of diseases and the maintenance of your health.
These examinations are designed to identify potential workplace risks early and take appropriate measures to prevent health damage. In your case as an electrician, the exposure to electromagnetic fields, as well as the ergonomic conditions in the workplace, are particularly important. Head and back pain can be caused by incorrect posture, overload, or stress, all of which could also be related to your work as an electrician.
During an occupational health examination, various tests tailored to your specific work situation are usually conducted. These may include a detailed medical history, a physical examination, laboratory tests, as well as special tests such as eye examinations or hearing tests, depending on the exposures you face in the workplace.
Based on the results of the examination, I can then provide you with specific recommendations to improve your work situation. This may include optimizing your workstation design, introducing ergonomic aids, taking regular breaks for relief, as well as training on proper posture and handling of workplace stress.
It is important that you take your health in the workplace seriously and take preventive measures to avoid potential health problems. I strongly recommend that you undergo an occupational health examination to protect your health and improve your work situation.
I am happy to assist you with any further questions and advice, and look forward to helping you improve your health in the workplace.
Best regards,
Erika Keck, Occupational Physician
