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February 22, 2024

Charting the Course of Lower Back Pain

. However, patients who had longer periods of persistent back pain, continuing for longer than 12 weeks, had a lower probability […]

February 20, 2024

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Navigating Presenteeism: Understanding its Impact on Employers and Employees

, a silent but serious problem, lies beneath the surface of today’s hectic workplaces. As opposed to its more obvious counterpart absenteeism, presenteeism occurs when workers report for duty but...

February 15, 2024

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Employer & Employer Responsibilities in RTW After Injury

, is not always a clear cut process. Each case has it own complexities and requires a number of different considerations during the negotiation and management of the claim. […]

February 13, 2024

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Prolonged Sitting Deadly to the Heart

New research has revealed the unexpected dangers that many individuals may risk by sitting at work. When compared with those who do not spend the majority of their time at work seated, those who do...

February 8, 2024

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A Guide for Employers on Navigating Disability Management

, the prevalence of disability poses a significant challenge for both employers and employees alike. Understanding the business impact of disability is crucial for effective management and...

February 6, 2024

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The Impact of Chronic Illness on Canada’s Workforce

% of individuals covered by benefit plans are struggling with at least one chronic health condition. This alarming statistic underscores a growing concern within Canada, as the prevalence of chronic...

February 1, 2024

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4 Myths of Disability Management with Dr. Roger Hodkinson

, Western Medical Assessment’s CEO and Medical Director, Dr. Roger Hodkinson, covers the murky and often confusing industry of disability management. Unnecessary treatments are a significant cost...

January 30, 2024

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The Costs and Causes of Absenteeism in the Workplace

Sourced from Mercer For the majority of Canadian businesses, the question isn’t whether or not mental health and disability-related issues are costing them time and productivity, but rather how...

January 24, 2024

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Depression Costs the Global Economy $1 Trillion Annually

. S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, who also highlighted the enormous financial burden this mental health issue places on society. Murthy issues a sobering warning, pointing out that depression...

January 18, 2024

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Canadian Employers Plan to Increase Hiring in 2024

. In a recent survey, 54% of Canadian organizations reported that they intend to add new employees in the first half of 2024. The most common explanation for this is company growth, with 61% of...