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Read the latest ACOEM press releases regarding occupational and environmental medicine (OEM) issues.
ACOEM Fellow Dr. Erica Schwartz Confirmed as CDC Director

Congratulations to ACOEM Fellow Dr. Erica Schwartz, FACOEM, on her confirmation as the 22nd director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Update on Occupational Health Guidance for Pregnant Workers

A review published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine outlines approaches to reproductive health hazards at work.

Exposure to Industrial Pollutants Linked to Breast Cancer Risk

Specific pollutants implicated for women living near industrial sites, reports a study in the July issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
 

ACOEM and ACLM Release New Guide to Bring Lifestyle Medicine into the Workplace

The joint resource helps employers move beyond traditional wellness programs toward evidence-based, sustainable workforce health.
 

ACOEM Delegates Attend AMA House of Delegates Meeting

ACOEM’s delegation to the American Medical Association (AMA) participated in the AMA 2026 Annual Meeting on June 5-9, 2026 in Chicago, IL.

AI Effects on Unemployment Will Vary by Region and Industry

Cities with tech-intensive jobs will see the greatest impact, a JOEM study suggests.

Advancing Worker Health: A Shared Path Forward

ACOEM, with funding support from Ardmore Institute of Health, convened a Healthy Worker Summit during AOHC 2026 bringing together employers, professional organizations, labor groups, and insurers to discuss workforce health promotion.

American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Names Andrew J. Prazuch, CAE, as New Executive Director

ACOEM is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew J. Prazuch, CAE, as its new Executive Director. 

Stakeholders Share Attitudes Toward AI in Occupational Healthcare

Interviews highlight the need for 'actionable perspectives' on AI outcomes, reports a qualitative study in the May 2026 issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.