ILO Report Sheds Light on Grave Work-related Health Issues
A recent report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) has revealed a startling truth about the toll of stress, long working hours, and disease on workers. Shockingly, the report indicates that nearly 2.8 million workers succumb to these factors yearly, while an additional 374 million suffer injuries or illnesses due to job-related conditions.
Dr Uma Kumar – HoD Rheumatology, AIIMS – New Delhia nd National Award For Science & Technology Communication 2020 awardee – complemented HealthWire for picking such a relevant topic for the event.
When Dr. Yash Gulati’s asked Dr Kumar about her experience with regard to the kind of treatment received by people working in organised and unorganised sectors, she said that workers of unorganised sectors are not getting proper treatment from their employees.
HealthWire’s Vital Event: HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SUMMIT AND AWARDS 2022
Addressing the urgent need for workplace health and safety improvement, HealthWire organized a significant event: the HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SUMMIT AND AWARDS 2022. This virtual gathering aimed not only to discuss challenges but also to honor outstanding individuals and organizations that have shown exceptional innovation and excellence in the realm of Workplace Health & Safety, particularly during the pandemic.
With a commitment to addressing pressing workplace health and safety concerns, HealthWire orchestrated a pivotal event – the HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SUMMIT AND AWARDS 2022. This virtual symposium served as a platform not only to deliberate on challenges but also to honor exceptional individuals and organizations that have displayed commendable innovation and excellence in the domain of Workplace Health & Safety, even in the throes of the pandemic.
Distinguished Voices Advocate for CSR Initiatives and Sustainable Development
Esteemed voices, including Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya and senior journalist Mukesh Kejriwal, shared their insights during the panel discussion on ‘Initiatives under CSR for the upliftment of marginalised society’. They emphasized that corporate social responsibility (CSR) must extend beyond major setups and reach common workers. It’s crucial to ascertain if our efforts align with the goal of sustainable development.
Prominent figures, including the eminent Dr. Chandrakant Lahariya and accomplished senior journalist Mukesh Kejriwal, converged to discuss ‘Initiatives under CSR for the upliftment of marginalised society’. Their shared sentiment was that Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts should transcend big corporations and extend to the grassroots level, reaching the common workers. It’s imperative to ascertain whether our endeavors align with the overarching goal of sustainable development.
