Workers' compensation is a program that pays eligible employees for work-related injuries or illnesses. However, there are many other types of injuries or illnesses that may cause a loss of income or work-related disabilities that are not covered by workers' compensation. Some examples of these are:
Chronic health conditions that may not be "directly" related to an injury, such as cancer
Substance abuse problems, which may be associated with injuries or illnesses, such as alcoholism
Psychosocial issues, such as depression or anxiety