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Latest Insights on Medication Safety & Occupational Health
Why Men in Safety-Critical Roles Don’t Speak Up About Mental Health and How This Leads to Medication Risks Managers Miss
Men working in safety-critical environments (rail, construction, aviation, transport, utilities) carry a quiet burden. They are expected to be calm, focused, stable, and reliable at all times. The reality is more complex: many of these roles attract men who naturally internalise stress, hide symptoms, and avoid talking about their mental wellbeing until the point of crisis. This silence doesn’t just affect their health; it directly affects safety. Unspoken stress, untreated m
SanoMed Solutions Team
Nov 224 min read
Mirtazapine and Safety-Critical Work: An Occupational Health Perspective
Mirtazapine is a commonly prescribed antidepressant with distinctive sedative properties. While this can be beneficial for patients struggling with insomnia related to depression, its impact on alertness raises important concerns for individuals in safety-critical roles, such as professional drivers, train operators, or those working with heavy machinery. Sedation and Early Treatment Sedation is most pronounced during the initial phase of treatment, and can significantly
SanoMed Solutions Team
Oct 205 min read
Why Managers Need Fast, Reliable Medication Advice
In safety-critical industries, managers often make quick decisions that affect lives, not just schedules. Rail, aviation, construction,...
SanoMed Solutions Team
Oct 102 min read
Why Train Drivers Need Occupational Health to Stay Well
Train driving is a skilled and demanding job that requires concentration, coordination, and long periods of physical stillness. Many drivers are surprised to learn that the most common reasons they see Occupational Health are not eyesight or hearing problems; but rather: Neck and shoulder pain Lower back pain Low mood or anxiety These issues can develop gradually, often going unnoticed until they begin to affect comfort, focus, or performance at work. Understanding why they
SanoMed Solutions Team
Oct 94 min read
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