Do you need an annual checkup? From blood work to a complete physical exam, many patients want the works. But, what’s really necessary each year? A group of physicians has some surprising – and practical — advice. Instead of [...]
Every year, nearly five million workers experience an occupational injury or illness on the job, and it is an employer’s responsibility in these cases to meet OSHA requirements. More than half of these injuries and illnesses are severe enough [...]
Stay Safe With These Holiday Safety Tips Everyone wants to finish his or her year off as safely and securely as possible—not only in the workplace but also in his or her personal lives as well. Unfortunately, the multitude [...]
On January 7, 2021, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) released two notices of proposed rulemaking (“NPRMs”) on wellness programs under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (“GINA”). Briefly, if finalized in their [...]
Awareness and education are crucial to understanding ways to prevent and effectively treat substance use disorders. What Is Substance Use Disorder? SAMHSA has created a Family Brochure for family members of people living with substance use disorders. It answers questions about [...]
Plan ahead to ask the right questions and manage your health Have you ever found yourself drawing a blank when it comes time to ask your doctor important questions about your health? You’re not alone. Taking time before your [...]
Can exercise be a cure for what ails you? Or, better yet, can it keep you from getting sick in the first place? Health and fitness experts are pointing to “yes.” And while they’re still exploring how powerful exercise [...]
Why get the flu shot? Keep yourself from getting the flu by taking one simple step and getting a flu shot; that way you can lower your chances of getting sick. Influenza (also called the flu) is a serious [...]
Regular well checks can help you get and stay healthy. Checkups, or preventive exams, give you and your doctor a snapshot of your health. They also give you a chance to talk to your doctor about any problems or [...]
Getting certain preventive care tests and screenings and practicing healthy habits can help keep you at your healthy best. When you go for your next checkup, use this chart as a checklist to talk to your doctor about which [...]
