Workplace conditions can cause or worsen asthma. Many people work in situations that make them vulnerable to asthma while also discouraging them from getting help. Every worker has the right to a safe workplace. Immigrants, people of color and low-wage earners are especially vulnerable and should not face discrimination nor denial of these rights. Therefore, workplace policies should ensure that employees have access to accommodations or workers’ compensation for asthma that is caused by or aggravated by work.
Here are the four policy recommendations relating to workplaces found in the National Asthma Public Policy Agenda.
Page last updated: September 10, 2024