Diabetes and the Workplace
November is American Diabetes Month and is a time to promote awareness of diabetes management. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects the way the body processes […]
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FMCSA Calls for Downgrade of CDL
States have 60 days to downgrade licenses of drivers with drug and alcohol violations Effective November 8th, rulings from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will require any
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Tuberculosis Deaths On The Rise For First Time In A Decade
Last year, tuberculosis (TB) was the second deadliest infectious killer worldwide, behind only COVID-19. For the first time in over a decade, the number of people killed by tuberculosis has
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Medical Screenings vs Medical Surveillance – What’s the Difference?
Medical screening and medical surveillance are terms which are often used interchangeably, however they are two distinct services. They are both integral to your employees’ occupational health programs. Medical screenings
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5 Things Employers Can Do to Support Mental Health
October 10th was an important day for many. World Mental Health Day is a day to recognize and raise awareness of mental health issues across the globe. This year it
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Cannabis Complications for Employers
The National Safety Council (NSC) has released the results of a survey that was conducted to determine the risks associated with cannabis in the workplace. The survey conducted between April and May
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What Are Biometric Screenings?
What Are Biometric Screenings? A biometric screening is a proactive approach for employee wellness and is used to identify and monitor certain underlying health conditions. Employers may choose to order
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6 Flu Vaccine Myths
In the 2019-2020 season, influenza caused 39-56 million illnesses and 24-62 thousand deaths. Due to relaxed guidelines and increased contact with others as compared to last year, it is important
COVID-19 Booster Vaccine approval from the FDA; Recommendations from the CDC
Resource: COVID-19 Booster Guide After weeks of discussion and analysis of vaccine data, the FDA updated its emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer-Bio-N-Tech COVID-19 vaccine to allow for a single
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What is a Medical Review Officer (MRO)?
A Medical Review Officer (MRO) is a licensed physician who is responsible for reviewing non-negative drug screen results once they are completed at the laboratory. A MRO will review the
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