Occupational Illnesses Decreasing but Remain High

The rate of occupational illness in Connecticut dropped about 9% from 2013-15 but remained 5.6% above the national rate, according to a new report by University of Connecticut researchers. “The Occupational Disease in Connecticut” report is prepared annually for the state Workers’ Compensation Commission by occupational and environmental health expert Tim Morse, professor emeritus at UConn Health, today.uconn.edu reported. It is part of the Occupational Injury and Illness Surveillance System, a cooperative effort of the Workers’ Compensation Commission and the sta...