Take good care of yourself

Good physical condition improves wellbeing at work. It also helps you keep your mind clear.

Hedelmiä tarjolla laivan messissä
Eat healthily and keep your weight in check
Ulkoilua vapaalla tai satama-aikana
Exercise in a variety of ways, both aboard the ship and ashore.
Pieni hömpsy lääkekonjakkia
Avoid smoking and excessive use of alcohol.
Kansipäällystöä komentosillalla
Try to get enough sleep.
Köysiä kasassa aluksella
If you encounter difficulties or crises in your work or private life, talk about it. Get help if you feel like you need it.
Merimieslääkärin vastaanotto
Take care of your ability to work and your seaworthiness for ship work.

Links

Työterveyslaitos

The Centre for Occupational Safety's website, information on occupational safety

Työterveyslaitos
Työsuojeluhallinto

Labour Inspectorate website, information on occupational health and safety

Työsuojelu

Some places where you can find help and resources

www.a-klinikka.fi

Help with substance abuse problems

www.allergia.com

Information on allergies

www.diabetes.fi

Information on diabetes

www.hengitysliitto.fi

Information on respiratory diseases and air quality

www.kaikkisyovasta.fi

Information on cancers and their treatment & prevention

www.kuuloliitto.fi

Information on hearing and hearing issues

www.mielenterveysseura.fi

Information on mental health

www.reumaliitto.fi

Information on rheumatic diseases

www.sydanliitto.fi

Information on cardiac health