Physical Wellbeing
At West, the physical wellbeing of seafarers is a top priority. Our thorough PEME programme ensures every crew member is fit for duty before they set sail. We are committed to fostering a culture of wellness at sea through our illustrative health posters and engaging cartoon videos on preventing crew injuries. Maintaining a healthy crew is essential, which is why we provide news articles on trending global health topics to keep our Members and their crew informed.
Pre-Employment Medical Examinations
Articles
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are a must have on ships
West's position on AEDs is that every ship should have at least one AED onboard. A lack of defibrillators is putting seafarers' lives at risk, with limited medical facilities onboard most ships and a lack of experienced medical personnel. AEDs have shown that they increase the survival rates of cardiac arrest patients, giving them a greater chance of making it to the hospital to receive the emergency medical care they desperately need.
Alarming Rise in Cardiovascular Incidents
The Club has seen a worrying surge in cardiovascular disease (CVD) incidents, notably heart attacks and cardiac arrests. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), CVDs are the leading cause of death worldwide, claiming an estimated 17.9 million lives annually.
Mpox Overview and Port Requirements
Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the virus formerly known as monkeypox, a species of the genus Orthopoxvirus. It typically lasts for 2 to 4 weeks and is similar to smallpox but generally less severe.
