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The Invisible Occupational Hazard Threatening Maritime Safety and Bottom Lines
While seafarers are surrounded by the open sky, a "sunshine vitamin" crisis is quietly unfolding across the global fleet. In this episode, we dive into why vitamin D deficiency has become a widespread occupational hazard—costing the shipping industry millions in preventable medical diversions and repatriation.What You’ll Learn:The Paradox of the Sun-Drenched Sailor: Why protective gear (PPE), engine room shifts, and high-latitude voyages leave crews severely deficient.The Massive Financial Toll: How a single medical deviation can cost upwards of US$180,000 when factoring in fuel, off-hire…
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