The Labour Department (LD) will hold a public talk entitled "Prevention of Lower Limb Disorders" on May 18 (Thursday). The talk will introduce symptoms of common lower limb disorders such as plantar fasciitis, varicose veins and osteoarthritis of the knee, their treatment and preventive measures. Demonstrations of workplace exercise will be included.

     The talk will be held at 2.30pm at Fanling Occupational Health Clinic, 7/F, Fanling Health Centre, 2 Pik Fung Road, Fanling, New Territories. The LD's Occupational Health Nurse will give the talk.

     The LD will hold another talk entitled "Health Hazards of Hot Environment at Work" on May 23 (Tuesday). The talk is designed for workers working in hot environments to enhance their awareness of heat stroke prevention. Symptoms of heat stroke, first aid management and preventive measures will be discussed.

     The talk will be held at 6.30pm in Activity Room 1, Hong Kong Central Library, 66 Causeway Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong. The LD's Occupational Hygienist and Occupational Health Nurse will give the talk.

     The talks will be conducted in Cantonese. Admission is free. For enquiries or registration, please call 2852 4040.

Ends/Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Issued at HKT 11:08

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