Physical Wellbeing
At West, the physical wellbeing of seafarers is a top priority. Our thorough PEME programme ensures every crew member is fit for duty before they set sail. We are committed to fostering a culture of wellness at sea through our illustrative health posters and engaging cartoon videos on preventing crew injuries. Maintaining a healthy crew is essential, which is why we provide news articles on trending global health topics to keep our Members and their crew informed.
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Despite international regulations and monitoring efforts, fatigue among seafarers persists and is on the rise.
Pre-Employment Medical Examinations
Articles
Amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention - Adopted to Strengthen Seafarer Welfare and Protections
At the 113th Session of the International Labour Conference (2–13 June 2025), the International Labour Organization (ILO) adopted the fifth set of amendments to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC, 2006).
Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are a must have on ships
West's position on AEDs is that every ship should have at least one AED onboard. A lack of defibrillators is putting seafarers' lives at risk, with limited medical facilities onboard most ships and a lack of experienced medical personnel.
Alarming Rise in Cardiovascular Incidents
The Club has seen a worrying surge in cardiovascular disease (CVD) incidents, notably heart attacks and cardiac arrests.
Mpox Overview and Port Requirements
Mpox is an infectious disease caused by the virus formerly known as monkeypox, a species of the genus Orthopoxvirus. It typically lasts for 2 to 4 weeks and is similar to smallpox but generally less severe.
