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On October 1, 2023, the Dismissal Decree was introduced, an amendment to the Provincial Decree and the Local Government Decree, which made it possible to dismiss permanent staff members at local and provincial governments.
This happened in the same way as with contractual staff members, according to the rules of the Employment Contracts Act.
This meant that permanent employees could be dismissed due to organizational needs, as long as no alternative positions were available within the administration.

Sunstroke or heatstroke

Sunstroke is the result of prolonged exposure to the sun, especially of the neck and head.
Heatstroke or heat prostration is the result of overheating from prolonged exposure to high temperatures, which disrupts the thermostat in the brain and can cause body temperature to rise sharply.

Lyme disease or Lyme borreliosis is an infectious condition that you can contract after being bitten by an infected tick. Fortunately, not all ticks are infected; only 10% of ticks contain a disease-causing germ (Borrelia).

Physical complaints such as back, neck or shoulder pain increasingly lead to long-term absence from work. By investing in ergonomics, companies can not only prevent these complaints, but also limit absenteeism and the pressure on healthcare. Premed supports organizations with a structured approach to address ergonomic risks and avoid long-term absenteeism.

On May 31, World No Tobacco Day, we reflect on the impact of smoking and the power of quitting. Smoking harms your health, but quitting is possible - with support, courage, and a clear goal. Whether you've tried before or are thinking about it for the first time today: take that step! Your health is worth it.

Various incidents in the media show that batteries are not as innocent as they seem. It's not just the rechargeable batteries of electric bikes or cars, but also those of small devices such as power banks, hoverboards, smartphones, laptops, etc., that can catch fire or explode during or after charging. These devices usually use a type of lithium-ion battery. Although generally safe, these can spontaneously catch fire due to poor quality or various external factors (shocks, temperature...).