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 The Society of Occupational Medicine is the UK organisation for all healthcare professionals working in or with an interest in occupational health.

The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH providers. You can find out more at OrchidLive.com.Society of Occupational Medicine Hygiène et mode de vie sain
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  • SOM MINI CPD: Cannabis Prescriptions with Helen Vangikar

    SOM MINI CPD: Cannabis Prescriptions with Helen Vangikar
    Sep 9 2025
    Cannabis prescriptions are becoming more common in the UK, whether via NHS-approved routes or through private clinics. But how does this affect workplace drug testing and occupational health practice? In this CPD-focused episode, toxicologist Helen Vangikar explores:
    • The difference between NHS-authorised cannabis-based medicinal products (per the BNF) and privately issued prescriptions.
    • Why some organisations (e.g., Network Rail) will only accept BNF-listed cannabis prescriptions.
    • How Medical Review Officers should handle positive test results when legitimate prescriptions are involved.
    • The analytical challenges in laboratories—why they can’t distinguish private vs. street cannabis.
    • The need for consistent policy development across sectors and internationally.
    • The role of CBD vs. THC in testing and future trends in testing approaches and legal frameworks.
    This episode offers occupational health professionals valuable insights to stay informed and confident in their practice.

    Resources & Links
    • Helen Vangikar’s website: helenvangikar.com
    • Connect with Helen on LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile
    • Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM): som.org.uk
    • Faculty of Occupational Medicine (FOM): fom.ac.uk


    The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH providers. You can find out more at OrchidLive.com.
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    18 min
  • SOM FAM GROUP -Discussing the Pathway to Work Green Paper

    SOM FAM GROUP -Discussing the Pathway to Work Green Paper
    Aug 28 2025
    In this episode of the Society of Occupational Medicine’s Specialist Functional Assessment Medicine Group Podcast, host Karen Wallace speaks with Dr. Lanre Ogunyemi about the DWP’s Pathway to Work Green Paper and its bold vision for integrating work, health, and welfare reform. Together, they explore:
    • Why prevention and early intervention must be at the heart of any reform.
    • How occupational health can be embedded within welfare and healthcare systems.
    • The need for a tiered approach to functional assessment and return-to-work support.
    • The importance of training, leadership, and building confidence in occupational health.
    • The risks of getting reform wrong – and the opportunities if we get it right.
    With some “blue sky thinking,” the discussion considers what a future system could look like if access to occupational health was universal, technology was harnessed effectively, and prevention was truly prioritised. Key Takeaways:
    • The Green Paper offers a real opportunity for occupational health to shape the future of work and welfare.
    • A stepped, tiered model could better match support to individual needs.
    • Prevention and early intervention save money, reduce absence, and improve wellbeing.
    • Embedding occupational health into the NHS and wider welfare system is essential.
    • Without change, the UK risks worsening economic inactivity and rising welfare costs.
    Guest: Dr. Lanre Ogunyemi
    Host: Karen Wallace, SOM Functional Assessment Medicine Specialist Interest Group

    The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH providers. You can find out more at OrchidLive.com.
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    31 min
  • SOM NEWS UPDATE - AUGUST 2025

    SOM NEWS UPDATE - AUGUST 2025
    Aug 22 2025
    Our monthly SOM News Update brings you the latest stories and insights from SOM and the wider OH world. Hosted by Steve Randall.

    SOM 90th anniversary - 2025
    Register here to attend the Anniversary dinner on Friday 26th September at the Apothecaries’ Hall, London. Guest speaker: Dame Carol Black.

    Links mentioned in the podcast:

    The competency framework will be formally launched this autumn via the SOM website and at the SOM Leadership Conference 2025, taking place on Thursday 9th October, 9.30am to 4.30pm at Alliance Manchester Business School. This will be a hybrid event, in-person and online. Register for in-person attendance here and online attendance here.

    SOM and the Faculty of Occupational Health Nursing (FOHN) Join Forces to Drive Impact and Collaboration READ MORE

    SOM blogs - What Occupational Health Is (and not) and OH: Managing the Hidden Risks of Health in the Workplace


    The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH providers. You can find out more at OrchidLive.com.

    The SOM podcast is sponsored by Orchid Live - specialist occupational health software used by a number of SOM members to run every aspect of their occupational health operations. They hold healthcare records for over 1 million UK workers and work with both in-house OH teams and OH providers. You can find out more at OrchidLive.com.
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    12 min
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