New Developments in Occupational Dermatology

    September 2016 in “ Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft ”
    Thomas L. Diepgen
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    TLDR Germany recognizes skin cancer from UV exposure as an occupational disease, emphasizing prevention and care for affected workers.
    In 2016, the document reported on the recognition of skin cancer, specifically squamous cell carcinoma and multiple actinic keratoses, as an occupational disease in Germany due to UV exposure, under BK No. 5103. It detailed the criteria for this classification, the reporting process, and the treatments covered by accident insurance. The document emphasized the importance of primary prevention by employers and regular follow-ups for affected workers. It also discussed the success of the dermatologist's procedure in allowing individuals with occupational skin diseases to continue working and the need for optimized prevention and care for occupational skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma and melanoma were not recognized under BK No. 5103, and skin cancer from artificial UV radiation was not considered an occupational disease. A study cited within the document found that over 40% of trainees in outdoor occupations did not have UV protection measures provided by employers, highlighting a gap in prevention efforts. The document did not include a study with a specific number of participants.
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