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What to Know During Mental Health Awareness Month and Beyond
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Your mental health includes how you think, feel and act, as well as your emotional and social well-being. Mental health can change over time, depending on factors like workload, stress and work-life balance. Mental...
Live Well, Work Well- May 2023
Monday, May 1, 2023
National Mental Health Awareness Month - May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This national campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of mental health, reduce stigma and promote safe and healthy living...
Safety Matters: Identifying and Preventing Future Accidents
Sunday, April 23, 2023
Most of us have been personally involved in a minor auto accident. In an attempt to protect ourselves, we might become defensive, or be tempted not to reveal all the facts. Our car insurance agents advise us not to...
Healthcare Insights: Using Patient Lifts in Residential Floor Plans
Friday, April 21, 2023
Prior to using a patient lift, it’s essential to properly prepare the environment in which it will be used. If you are using a lift in a residential setting, preparation includes assessing the home’s floor plan and...
Safety Matters: Repositioning a Patient
Sunday, April 9, 2023
Each year, an estimated 1 million to 3 million U.S. patients suffer from pressure injuries-such as pressure sores, bedsores or pressure ulcers-according to the National Institutes of Health. While some pressure injuries...
News Brief: April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
The National Safety Council recognizes April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This event is intended to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and encourage motorists like you to minimize...
Live Well, Work Well- April 2023
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Managing Seasonal Allergies - According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), allergies are the nation’s sixth-leading cause of chronic illness. Seasonal allergies are an annual nuisance for many...
Understanding Neurodiversity
Monday, March 27, 2023
Neurodiversity isn’t new, but awareness of it has been gaining mainstream traction in recent years. In 1998, Australian sociologist Judy Singer coined the term “neurodiversity” to recognize that everyone’s brain...
Safety Matters: Using a Hoyer Lift for a Bed Transfer
Wednesday, March 15, 2023
As a health care employee, you may be responsible for lifting and repositioning patients-especially those who struggle with mobility. In particular, some patients will need assistance moving into and out of their beds....
Work Comp Insights: Disciplining or Terminating Employees With Open Workers’ Compensation Claims
Friday, March 10, 2023
Can an employer discipline or terminate an employee who has an open workers’ compensation claim? This is a common question that many employers ask. The answer depends on which state the company is located in, why the...