There are more eye injuries than you think. Eye injuries are in almost every industry, and 40% of them are from the construction, manufacturing, and mining industries. An estimated $300 million a year is spent on lost productivity, medical care, and workers’ compensation due to eye injuries. For Eye Injury Prevention Month in October, your […]
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WANDA ELLITHORPE-FLETCHER BSN, COHN-S OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE LEADERSHIP AWARD
SafeWorks Illinois and North Bay Health Systems has established an occupational health nursing award in honor of Wanda Ellithorpe-Fletcher, RN BSN COHN-S, who was tragically killed in a motor vehicle collision in September 2019, that will be given out at the annual NAOHP national conference. A cash prize of $1000 will be given to the recipient of […]
Celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day
On September 29, 2021, women around the country can take part in the National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, a nationwide event that encourages women to live a healthy lifestyle. Whatever the state of your physical fitness, it’s never too late to get more active and take care of your body and mind. What is […]
Workplace vaccinations: Why adults need vaccines
We think about vaccinations to prevent disease as something done as infants or adolescents, but there are many cases where adults should also receive vaccinations to protect their health. Other than the seasonal influenza vaccine or the more recent COVID-19 vaccines, you may be unaware that other vaccines are appropriate for adults. By encouraging and […]
Prepare Your Workplace during National Preparedness Month
Every September, National Preparedness Month is celebrated to promote family and community emergency preparedness now and throughout the year. The events of the recent past reinforce the need to take action as the country continues to respond to this deadly disease. This is a great opportunity for businesses to understand how to prepare for disasters […]
How to Make Safe + Sound Week Work in your Business in 2021
OSHA states that “Safe workplaces are sound businesses.” By properly executing a safe and healthy program, employers can address potential problems before any injuries or illnesses happen. This ensures a sustainable bottom line by helping protect businesses from within. This year, Safe + Sound Week 2021 will be held from August 9-15. There are three […]