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December 12, 2023

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.

November 23, 2023

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Rising Workplace Injuries in Alberta as Claim Durations Lengthen

More Albertans are reporting workplace injuries, according to data from the province’s Workers’ Compensation Board. Between 2015 and 2022, the average claim duration — the period of time an...

November 21, 2023

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Snoring May Cause Cognitive Decline

’ve all heard about the importance of a good night’s sleep, but did you know that snoring, or more specifically, obstructed breathing caused by sleep apnea, can significantly impact your brain...

November 16, 2023

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Leveraging FAEs for Safer Returns to Work

(FAE) can be a game-changer for employers seeking safer and more effective return-to-work processes. Understanding the FAE Advantage A Functional Abilities Evaluation (FAE) is a comprehensive,...

November 14, 2023

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Redefining Chronic Pain with the ‘Nopioid’ Approach

-evolving realm of pain management, the role of opioids has been a subject of intense discussion and scrutiny. Medscape recently published an interview with Dr. Daniel Clauw, a distinguished...

November 8, 2023

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Absence & Presenteeism Cost Employers $645 Million Annually

’s Wellness Report, which estimated an average of 48 days missed per employee due to health-related difficulties in 2022, employee health is having a negative impact on workforce productivity....