Occ Health
The Role of Occupational Health in Managing Chronic Conditions at Work
From hypertension to arthritis to diabetes, chronic conditions plague an estimated 133 million Americans. The CDC broadly defines chronic disease…
The Business Case for Occupational Health: Cost Savings and Return on Investment
The average annual employer-sponsored premiums are $7,111 for single coverage and $22,463 for family coverage. With these high healthcare costs,…
Bridging the Gap: The Importance of Occupational Health in the Corrections Industry
The correctional services field is one where the daily demands can be heavy, putting staff health and well-being under immense…
How Proactive Occupational Health Services Benefit Businesses
Occupational health services play an integral role in ensuring the well-being of a company's most important asset – its employees.…
Occupational Medicine: A Guide to Workplace Health
Occupational medicine is a critical aspect of public health, focusing on promoting and maintaining workers' physical, mental, and social well-being…
Mitigating Heat-Related Risks in Outdoor and Warehouse Settings
In industries with outdoor and warehouse settings, the well-being and safety of employees can be significantly impacted by heat-related illnesses.…
Benefits of On-Site Healthcare in the Manufacturing Industry
In 2020, the manufacturing industry saw 373,300 non-fatal workplace injuries or illnesses. Organizations need to offer employees comprehensive medical care…
How Drug Testing Can Save Your Business Money: A Comprehensive Guide for Employers
Substance abuse in the workplace is prevalent in nearly every industry. According to a 2011 survey, over 70% of people…
The Hidden Costs of Employee Substance Abuse: Why Drug Testing Makes Good Business Sense
With 16.5% of Americans with a substance abuse disorder, substance abuse among employees is a growing concern for businesses worldwide.…
From Fatigue to Focus: How Employers Can Support Employees’ Sleep Hygiene for Optimal Performance, and Safety
Sleep is one of the most essential and often overlooked aspects of our daily lives. For employees, quality sleep is…
Reducing Costs and Improving Safety: The Business Case for Workplace Drug Testing
Workplace safety is crucial for the success of any company, both in terms of employee well-being and the bottom line.…
Financial Impacts of Occupational Hearing Loss
In recent times, significant focus has been geared towards ramping up measures to increase and improve COVID-19 workplace safety, thereby…
Occupational Health vs. Employee Health: What is the Difference?
Occupational health refers to ensuring that workers are protected from workplace hazards. Safety regulations and policies prevent injuries, illnesses, and…
What’s the Difference Between Occupational Health and Occupational Safety?
Do you need clarification about occupational health and safety? The two terms sound similar, but they are not the same…
Holiday Return to Work Checklist for Employees & Employers
Returning to work post-holiday season is always bittersweet. The new year is a fresh slate, and it's nice to get…
Occupational Health & Safety: Implementing Corporate Programs in Correctional Institutions
As with any workplace, correctional institutions must provide a safe and healthy working environment for their staff, including correctional officers,…
Total Worker Health: A Holistic Approach to Employee Well-Being
In today's fast-paced and competitive business environment, employers are recognizing that the health and well-being of their employees are critical…
The Importance of Regular Heart Health Screenings for Employees
For employees, maintaining good heart health is vital. It directly impacts their ability to perform well in their jobs and…
Health and Safety Risk Factors for Corrections Facilities Staff
Working in a corrections facility is a challenging and demanding job that involves managing individuals who are incarcerated or detained.…
Creating Fitness Opportunities for Employees
Regular physical movement can improve moods, cognitive functions, blood pressure, and insulin sensitivity. It also reduces the risk of obesity…
What is the Primary Aim of Occupational Health?
Employers have a legal and ethical obligation to provide a safe and healthy work environment for their employees. Occupational health…
What is the main objective of occupational health?
Occupational health is an area of work related to public health in the workplace. There are many benefits to occupational…
The Benefits of Biometric Technology for Workplace Safety
More and more businesses are utilizing biometric technology and similar electronic devices in the workplace. While many companies used biometrics…
The COVID Coaster
According to some, the past 24 months have been a roller coaster of responses in occupational health. There certainly has…
Developing a Workplace Health Initiative
Workplace health initiatives provide employers with tools to encourage employees to improve their health and wellness. These programs can include…
Pennsylvania Reinstates Mask Mandate to fight Omicron BA.2
As of Monday, April 18, Philadelphia, PA, will become the first major US city to reimplement a COVID-19 indoor mask…
Work Health Solutions expands due to medical demand
Mobile-Med Work Health Solutions was founded in 2017 and serves three local tech companies with more than 10,000 employees each…
How should companies respond to the Delta Variant?
COVID-19 has drastically impacted the world in just about every way. From social gatherings to business ventures, virtually no corner…
Bloodborne Pathogens: How to Protect Yourself
What are Bloodborne Pathogens? Bloodborne pathogens (BBP) are infectious organisms that travel through human blood. They cause disease (illness) in…
Measuring the Success of Your Wellness Program
Recent events have driven home the need for healthy employees. Apart from COVID protocols, companies across the world are turning…
