February 5, 2025 The Epidemic of High Blood Pressure in Kids and Teens Although we usually think of high blood pressure (or hypertension) as a condition that primarily affects adults, the number of American kids and teens who have it has been growing steadily since the late 1970s. What Is High Blood Pressure? High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a condition where the force of blood … Read More »
February 2, 2025 Pregnancy-Related Deaths: Sepsis and Other Infections The World Health Organization (WHO) defines maternal death as the death of a woman while pregnant, during childbirth, or within 42 days of termination of pregnancy. While the United States is often regarded as the global forerunner in technology, science, and healthcare, it has one of the highest maternal mortality rates among other high-income countries. … Read More »
January 31, 2025 National Burn Awareness Week Is February 2-8 Each year, the American Burn Association (ABA) sponsors a weeklong awareness campaign with the primary goal of preventing avoidable burn injuries in Americans. This year’s National Burn Awareness Week, which runs from February 2nd to the 8th, focuses on the theme of reducing burn risks in the home. To prepare for next month’s National Burn … Read More »
January 30, 2025 February Is American Heart Month Approximately 695,000 Americans die from heart disease annually, accounting for roughly every one in four or five deaths. That is just one of the reasons why our country observes American Heart Month each February. While people of all different ages, genders, and backgrounds battle heart disease, there are steps to take to reduce known risk … Read More »
January 24, 2025 Falling Object Fatalities in the Workplace Over 200 workers are killed by falling objects or equipment in the workplace each year in the United States, accounting for five percent of all fatal occupational injuries, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In two recent incidents, a construction worker was killed after an improperly secured crane’s load fell on top of … Read More »
January 22, 2025 Are Slip and Fall Accidents More Common in the Winter? Slip and fall accidents are the leading cause of serious injuries across the country every year. According to the CDC, more than 800,000 individuals are hospitalized each year due to slip and fall injuries. In the cold winter months, the rate of slip and fall accidents increases as snow and ice accumulate on sidewalks, steps, and in … Read More »
January 20, 2025 CPSC Issues Critical Warning About Portable Bed Rails In response to numerous recalls and consumer fatalities, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued an urgent warning concerning adult portable bed rails. Portable bed rails are often used in residential and assisted care living facilities (as well as in private residences) to prevent individuals with physical or mental limitations from falling and hurting … Read More »
January 16, 2025 Wintertime Work and Driving Tips for Construction Workers It’s not uncommon for individuals who work in construction to get called in for projects that occur outside of usual daytime hours, to be exposed to cold weather, and to have to drive multiple miles to reach worksites at various locations. During the winter, driving and working into the evening – when it is colder … Read More »
January 12, 2025 Winter Warning: Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning and Fire As we embark upon the new year, one of the best ways you and your loved ones can start out by putting safety first is by checking all carbon monoxide (CO) and smoke alarms around your home. According to the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission), some of the primary wintertime hazards that lead to fire … Read More »
