Breast cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. While it is often viewed as a “women’s disease,” it is important to understand that men can also develop breast cancer. Although the percentage of cases among men is small roughly 1% of all breast cancer diagnoses, the risk is real, […]

Accidents and medical emergencies can happen at any time, whether at work, at home or in a public place, regardless of how safe the environment may appear. For employers, ensuring that employees are trained in first aid is not just a best practice but a legal obligation in South Africa under the Occupational Health and […]

Understanding unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near misses and accidents In occupational health and safety (OHS), words matter. The difference between terms such as unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, near misses, and accidents is more than just semantic; it directly influences how safety is managed in the workplace. When everyone shares a common understanding of these concepts, […]