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What Clues from the Southern Hemisphere’s Flu Season Mean for the U.S.

August 28, 2024 / By Alana Smart / Blog

While forecasting the exact details of the upcoming flu season in the Northern Hemisphere can be challenging, examining the flu trends from the Southern Hemisphere provides valuable insights into what […]

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Vaccine Mandates – The Rules Keep Changing

June 3, 2022 / By Alana Smart / Blog

When the COVID-19 vaccinations began rolling out in February 2021, many people began to see a light at the end of the tunnel. The United States distributed vaccines and made

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Lab Based Urine Drug Testing: Still the Gold Standard

By Alana Smart | May 1, 2012

Every year, the market is flooded with new drug screening solutions for employers - electronic chain of custodies, ...

Young Workers’ Marijuana Use May Be Prompting Increased Injuries

By Alana Smart | March 6, 2024

The legalization of recreational marijuana has prompted many debates about its potential effects on workplace safety. A recent ...

Concerning Trends About Workers’ Excessive Drinking

By Alana Smart | November 9, 2022

Working-age Americans are increasingly struggling with excessive drinking. While rates of excessive drinking have been steadily climbing over ...