Excess Heat, Climate Change Pose Health Hazards For Global Workers

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Former Prime Minister of Togo Gilbert Fossoun Houngbothe and current 6th President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development, speaks. The U.N. labour organisation Monday warned that over 70% of the world’s workforce is likely to be exposed to excessive heat during their careers, citing increased concern about exposure to sunlight. It also warned of air pollution, pesticides and other hazards that could lead to health problems, including cancer. The International Labor Organisation (ILO) said one of its fundamental goals was to help ensure workplace health and safety, and suggested…

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