National Skin Cancer Action Week (17-23 November) is a reminder of the well-known dangers of skin cancer. Termed the ‘national cancer’, Australia holds the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. Although skin cancer is largely preventable, two out of …
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Victoria Posted onNational Skin Cancer Action Week: Staying Safe in the Australian Sun
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Victoria Posted onLung Cancer Awareness 2024: The Occupational Link
Each November, we observe Lung Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to shed light on one of the most common and deadly cancers affecting 2.5 million people worldwide. This month is dedicated to raising awareness of the environmental and occupational risk factors …
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Victoria Posted onRiding through the legal roadblock: Know your rights after a Motorcycle Accident
Victoria is home to over 200,000 registered motorbike riders, with these small, nimble vehicles depicting a favourite alternative to other transport options for many. However, use of such vehicles does not come without extensive risk, that is why it is imperative …
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Victoria Posted onBreast Cancer Awareness Month 2024
October 1st marks the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With as many as 21,000 Australian women expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2024, raising awareness around the condition and its risk factors is essential. Breast cancer is among …
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Victoria Posted onMesothelioma Awareness Day 2024
This Thursday September 26th, as we observe Mesothelioma Awareness Day, it is important to reflect on the impact of this rare but aggressive cancer, as well as the ongoing efforts to improve awareness, prevention, and treatment. The primary risk factor for …
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Victoria Posted onProstate Cancer Awareness Month 2024: Protection & Prevention
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a month dedicated to support the 26,400 Australian men expected to be diagnosed this year. This month is also a timely reminder to protect ourselves against occupational hazards at our workplaces that may increase risk …
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Victoria Posted on“R U OKAY?” – Three simple words that could change a life
Three simple words could mean all the difference and save a life. When things get rough it is important to check in with the people around us and start a conversation.
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Victoria Posted onAm I at risk of Raynaud’s Disease?
Raynaud’s disease (also known as Raynaud’s syndrome or Raynaud’s phenomenon) affects around 5% of men and 10% of women in Australia. Raynaud’s disease is a condition that restricts blood flow to your fingers and toes in response to cold weather or …
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Victoria Posted onWhat to know about Impairment Benefits in Victoria
What are Impairment Benefits If you have an accepted WorkCover claim in Victoria there are a number of benefits and compensation options that can make the whole process confusing and difficult to understand and navigate. If it is determined that your …
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Victoria Posted onWorkCover Entitlements for Occupational Diseases
If a worker contracts a disease as a result of exposure to risk factors arising from the nature of employment, that disease may be classified as an occupational disease. Are there any entitlements?
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Victoria Posted onDo I Need a Lawyer for My WorkCover Claim?
Navigating the Victorian WorkCover Scheme can be a challenging and confusing task. That’s why we recommend engaging a lawyer for your personal injury claim.
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Victoria Posted onWorkplace Modernisation Changes
Recently, the government made changes to the Victorian WorkCover Legislation via the WorkCover Scheme Modernisation Act 2024 and these changes were implemented effective from March 31, 2024. In summary, these changes predominantly affect WorkCover claims related to: The new stress claim …
