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Cutaneous malignant melanoma and occupational exposure to (natural) UV radiation in pilots and aircrew

Cutaneous malignant melanoma and occupational exposure to (natural) UV radiation in pilots and aircrew.

• From: Industrial Injuries Advisory Council and Department for Work and Pensions
• Published: 12 May 2020

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Cutaneous malignant melanoma and occupational exposure to (natural) UV radiation in pilots and aircrew

Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-1906-6, CCS0420514012, CP 216

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Cutaneous malignant melanoma and occupational exposure to (natural) UV radiation in pilots and aircrew

Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-1906-6, CCS0420514012, CP 216

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The Industrial Injuries Advisory Council (IIAC) undertook an investigation into the risks of developing cutaneous malignant melanoma as a consequence of working as a pilot or cabin crew on commercial aircraft.

IIAC have recommended adding melanoma in aircrew – both pilots and cabin crew – to the list of prescribed diseases for which benefit is paid having found there was both consistent and convincing evidence of an increased risk.

Published 12 May 2020