Month: February 2022

Workplace Health: Linking Physical Activity and Mental Health

Physical Activity and Mental Health

Does physical health affect mental health? The short answer is a resounding yes. According to Harvard Medical School, exercise is an all-natural treatment to fight depression and is as effective as antidepressants in some cases. In the United States, one in 10 adults struggles with depression, and antidepressants are commonly prescribed. However, there is a …

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What is OSHA ETS?

OSHA ETS

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS) to protect the health of the general public and to reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading in the workplace. Another purpose of the OSHA ETS is to protect the health of the unvaccinated populations in the workplace. Many people are unable to …

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A Guide to Pre-Employment Drug Tests

A Guide to Pre-Employment Drug Tests

There are many ways employers can ensure the health and safety of their staff, like conducting fire drills and disinfecting high-touch surfaces. One common way that employers use to increase the safety of their employees is the pre-employment drug test. Drug and alcohol abuse costs employers 740 billion dollars a year. These costs include medical …

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What is a Wellness Program?

Wellness Program

A wellness program is an “organized employer-sponsored program” created to help employees as they implement and maintain lifestyle changes that lower health risks, increase overall well-being, encourage productivity at work, and improve an organization’s bottom line. Wellness programs benefit both the employer and employee in a variety of ways. Wellness programs focus on supporting an …

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