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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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Prolonged Standing at Work Impacts Heart Health

By Alana Smart | December 18, 2024

Recent research has uncovered a surprising link between prolonged standing at work and elevated blood pressure. While standing ...

What Can Cause a Failed DOT Physical Exam?

By Alana Smart | December 21, 2021

Anyone applying for or holding a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required to undergo periodic DOT physical examinations. ...

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 ...