Are you an employer and trying to figure out a way for workplace flu management? The question is, how hard will it impact your organization this year – and what can your do to prevent the impact in terms of lost productivity, healthcare costs and employee absence? Let’s find out! What to Expect for the 2022-2023 […]

Should US adults under 65 get routine anxiety screening for depression and other mental illnesses? The answer is yes according to new recommendations from psychologists and physicians. It’s been a long time since the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommended screening for mental health conditions in primary care settings. While this is just […]

Dizzy head, rapid heartbeat, and a sudden blurred vision – does this sound familiar? You may be experiencing anxiety tunnel vision. Such a condition can result from various disorders, including generalized anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders, social stress, and panic attacks. It may be accompanied by other symptoms, such as tremors, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, and […]

Last month, reports showed that monkeypox had infected more than 18,000 people and spread to a total of 78 countries. Although the death rate is relatively low, symptoms still abound! Just when the coronavirus pandemic appears to be on the backend, another virus has sprung upon us. But does monkeypox leave scars that last? That’s what we’re […]

Thanks to the widespread vaccination, the United States declared polio to be eradicated in 1979. Until now, 1979 was the last time that natural transmission of polio happened domestically. The recent identification of a polio outbreak is a shock to communities and the world and now has become another concern that employers will need to […]

Ever heard the phrase “things aren’t always as they appear”?  Never has that been more accurate than with minor motor vehicle accidents.  What you believe to be a minor car accident injury can quickly escalate, resulting in costly medical fees and unnecessary recordable outcomes. Read on as we explain why an employee may initially deny injury, but […]

According to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration, 4.1 million U.S. employees experience work-related injuries or illnesses each year and 1.12 million of those employees lose work days as a result. With the average employee missing eight days per injury, even a minor injury can create a domino effect throughout your organization. Considering an injured employee […]

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), an employer must provide a medical evaluation to determine an employee’s medical eligibility for respirator use. With all the talk about respirator fit testing requirements, we are here to deliver the facts about what is needed to keep you ahead of the game. In this blog post, we […]

Today’s Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) offer more than past versions, providing workers with a wide range of accessible services. These services include help with alcohol or substance abuse, childcare, relationships, elder care, legal or financial issues, and many other wellness matters. There are even counseling services for mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and grief. Here […]

The CDC reports that 1 in 5 people experience mental health problems in the workplace. Issues like depression, ADHD, and anxiety affect the US labor force. Mental health is as important as physical health, which we should all be taking seriously. But for some reason, mental health always seems to take a backseat. That needs to change. […]