This substance may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer
Heavy metal cadmium is associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer, with the risk appearing to rise steadily with increasing exposure.
Ruling: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder of a Paramedic Considered an Occupational Illness
A ruling from the Baden-Württemberg Social Court recognizes a paramedic's post-traumatic stress disorder as an occupational illness due to repeated exposure to severe incidents over three decades.