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January 4, 2024

The Duty of Care Dilemma in Workplace Investigations

, coworkers, management, and the environment, workplace investigations have become very routine for many. Although many workers might anticipate a fair investigation, they could be shocked to learn...

January 2, 2024

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The Risks and Reality of Vaping

, Dr. Neil Skolnik delves into the cardiopulmonary implications of electronic cigarettes and vaping. The introduction of vaping products to the United States took an unexpected turn as the FDA’s...

December 21, 2023

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Daily Marijuana Use can Increase Risk of Heart Failure

. The studies emphasize associations rather than causation, but the findings raise important concerns. Study 1: Marijuana Use and Heart Failure Risk Observational data from the National Institutes of...

December 19, 2023

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The Top Risks for Businesses in 2024

% of top risk experts worldwide believe that burnout will have a big influence on enterprises in the coming year. A sobering reality is revealed by the most recent International SOS Risk Outlook...

December 14, 2023

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Empowering Women Through Menopause: Rethinking Healthcare Strategies

, menopause care confronts a significant inadequacy, marked by persistent misconceptions and gaps in medical education. Dr.

December 12, 2023

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The Benefits of IMEs for MVA Insurers

, particularly those arising from motor vehicle accidents, decisions often depend on the details. An Independent Medical Examination (IME) is a powerful tool, offering insurers a thorough and...

December 7, 2023

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1 in 3 Canadian Employees Misses Work Due to Mental Health Concerns

. This issue is illustrated by the fact that approximately 500,000 Canadians find themselves unable to work each week due to mental illness. A survey commissioned by the Future Skills Centre sheds...

December 5, 2023

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The Global Link Between Alcohol and Cancer

. Isabelle Soerjomataram, Ph D, from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Lyon, France, emphasized this urgency at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Annual Meeting...

November 30, 2023

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Increase of Paid Sick Leave Coverage in Canada

, the landscape of paid sick leave coverage for front-line workers in the country has been under scrutiny. While there has been a notable increase in self-reported coverage since 1995, it remains far...

November 28, 2023

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POTS: No Tilt Table Required

, Dr. Michelle O’Donoghue engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Pam Taub, a distinguished cardiologist and professor at UC San Diego.