Occupational asthma is very common among employees working in the industries environment. When hiring workers, employers should note whether the employees have prior existing hypersensitive airways that may be allergic to pollutants, which could give rise to persistent asthma attacks. Care must be given to asthma that is developed due to the workplace environment, as persistent irritation of the breathing airway could lead to a permanent type of asthma. If these bad conditions persist, workers will get sick and give rise to hefty workers medical bills, and rising sick leave and unproductivity. It is in the interest of the company to look after its workers, and give attention to asthma developed due to the job or due to the work environment.
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This is a very vital occupational disease that draws a lot of attention among employers and staff. Health education is targeting at prevention and early detection of the disease. Target audience for such topic would be occupational safety officers, HR managers in various industries.
