What are the key health risks facing workers in Asia-Pacific countries? This overview identifies major current problems in occupational and environmental health across the Asia-Pacific region. It highlights issues arising from heat, heavy metals, organic solvents, pesticides, carcinogens, dusts, reproductive hazards, biological hazards, and psychosocial problems, including work stress. This survey is critical for establishing an effective foundation in **health** and **environmental management**. The research points out that the relative importance of these problems differs from country to country, reflecting the diverse economic and industrial landscapes of the region. This variability emphasizes the need for tailored approaches to address occupational and environmental health risks in specific national contexts. The review concludes that understanding the specific challenges in each country is crucial for developing effective interventions and policies to protect worker health and promote environmental sustainability. This nuanced understanding is particularly relevant within the context of public discussion of **medicine**.
This overview is appropriate for Environmental Management and Health because it aligns with the journal's focus on the relationship between environmental factors and human health, specifically in occupational settings. By addressing these topics within the context of Asia-Pacific countries, the paper contributes to the journal's global perspective on environmental health management.