Living with osteoporosis in the workplace

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Living with osteoporosis in the workplace

Living with osteoporosis in the workplace

Type of item
Guides & Tools
Country
Other
Languages

English

Provider
Provider (English)
NOFSA – National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa
Provider (Original)
NOFSA – National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa

Description

Osteoporosis is a health condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It develops slowly over several years and is often only diagnosed when a fall or sudden impact causes a bone to break. However, there are several ways to cope with the condition and keep yourself active in terms of your job. This websiite provides information and tips for people living with osteoporosis in the workplace.

Osteoporosis is a health condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break. It develops slowly over several years and is often only diagnosed when a fall or sudden impact causes a bone to break. However, there are several ways to cope with the condition and keep yourself active in terms of your job. This websiite provides information and tips for people living with osteoporosis in the workplace.

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Language of original language description

English

Other data

Hazards
Working with an existing MSD condition/disease
Health effects
Worsening of existing (chronic) condition
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Sufferer of an MSK disorder or disease
Prevention measures
Simple tips and measures
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Other
Target audience
Other
Priority area
Chronic conditions
Year
2018