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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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What is a Musculoskeletal Disorder?

By Alana Smart | June 6, 2022

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are injuries or conditions of the muscles, tendons, joints, cartilage, spinal discs, and nerves. They ...

Spirometry / Pulmonary Function Tests Delayed Throughout Pandemic

By Alana Smart | January 25, 2022

Spirometry (Pulmonary Function Tests) measurers lung function, specifically the amount and/or speed of air that can be inhaled ...

WHO Sets Their Sights on the Health of Health Workers

By Alana Smart | November 16, 2022

Healthcare workers face a wide range of occupational health risks daily. Each day healthcare workers may come across ...