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ACOEM Guidance Featured in National Climate and Workforce Health Forum
An ACOEM guidance statement is gaining attention for its practical applications beyond the clinic. At a recent National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health event, ACOEM members Dr. Ismail Nabeel and Dr. Robert McLellan presented their guidance,
Harnessing Occupational and Environmental Medicine Expertise to Transform Medical Care.
The statement urges medical professionals to apply OEM tools to address the growing health threats climate change poses to workers.
Read more here.
JOEM-Published Research Sheds Light on PFAS Exposure in Firefighters
New research published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine is offering actionable insights into how workplace practices and personal behaviors influence PFAS exposure among U.S. career firefighters.
The study, which analyzed blood samples from more than 2,000 firefighters across seven states, found that factors like AFFF use, years of service, and drinking water source were linked to higher PFAS levels.
Read more about the research here.
ACOEM Member Dr. David Fletcher Helps Veterans Navigate Disability Claims
For veterans seeking disability benefits, proving that a current medical condition is connected to their military service can be an uphill battle, and that's where ACOEM member Dr. David Fletcher steps in.
An Army veteran himself and occupational medicine specialist at SafeWorks Illinois, Dr. Fletcher has been highlighted by Chambana Today for his work writing nexus letters, the critical medical documentation that links a veteran's in-service exposures or injuries to conditions they face today.
Read more here.
ACOEM Member Dr. Kathy Le Spearheads Concentra Expansion in Los Angeles
Concentra recently announced the acquisition of Reliant Immediate Care's California locations, expanding its presence in the greater Los Angeles area.
ACOEM member Dr. Kathy Le, Senior Vice President of Concentra Medical Operations, highlighted the move as an opportunity to build on Reliant's strong regional reputation while increasing access to occupational health services for area employers.
Read the full release here.