International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2021

03/12/2021 International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2021 Image December 3 marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year´s theme is "Fighting for rights in the post-COVID era" since people with disabilities are among the most affected populations during the pandemic. Eighty-seven million people in Europe experience some form of disability. This figure will rise in the near future due to clear demographic trends like the aging of the European population. While disability can correlate with disadvantage, not all people with disabilities are equally disadvantaged. Much depends on their access to health coverage, education, and a healthy and safe working environment. Find out EU-OSHA´s resources for workers who have chronic conditions Check out the Workbox on Employment and Chronic Conditions developed by Chrodis Plus with support from the European Union

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02.Dic.2021

European Cancer Leagues - Handbook and leaflets on how to manage cancer at work

02/12/2021 European Cancer Leagues - Handbook and leaflets on how to manage cancer at work Image Around 1.6 million working-age people are diagnosed with cancer in Europe every year. Cancer treatments are often accompanied by long periods of work absence. However, a growing number of employees continue to work while being treated for cancer or return to work shortly after their medical treatment ends. A year ago, the ECL Patient Support Working Group (PSWG) released its "How to manage cancer at work" Handbook for Employers. The handbook aims to increase cancer awareness in the workplace and explains how managers, supervisors, and HR departments can best support employees affected by this disease. Marking one year since this publication, ECL is re-launching the 2020 Handbook for Employers and releasing two new leaflets with tips targeting both employers and employees . EU-OSHA is happy to have had the opportunity to review and endorse these publications.

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23.Nov.2021