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Are you guilty of washing raw chicken in the sink before cooking it? If so, you could be placing you and your family's health at risk. According to a new study conducted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), washing raw chicken in the sink increases the risk of foodborne illness.USDA researchers found that washing raw chicken in the sink spreads bacteria associated with foodborne illness. Unless you clean the sink -- as well as the surrounding surfaces -- immediately after washi …

Does your business operate indoors? Whether it's a small office or a large warehouse, you'll probably need to equip it with a fire detection system. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), structure fires cause billions of dollars in property damage each year in the United States. As a en employer, it's your responsibility to create a safe working environment for your business's employees. The good news is there are several fire detection systems that can help mitigate the …

Do you suffer from high cholesterol? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 100 million adults in the United States have higher-than-normal cholesterol levels. Unfortunately, high cholesterol is a serious problem that, when left unchecked, increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. The good news is that you can lower your cholesterol levels by making a few changes to your lifestyle.#1) Skip the Trans FatWhen shopping for groceries, look at food and beverag …

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is moving forward to revise its existing silica standard for the construction industry. Earlier this month, OSHA officials submitted an open request for more information on control measures to minimize exposure to silica dust. While the existing silica standard already lists control measures, OSHA wants to further improve the standard by adding new, potentially better, control measures."The Agency is also interested in tasks and tools invo …

With summer coming to an end, it's important for employers to take the necessary precautions to protect their workers from illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it costs employers anywhere from $16 to $286 for each day a worker is absent. Considering that most people catch two to three cold infections per year -- not counting the flu or other infections -- the cost can quickly add up. However, there are ways to protect workers from infectious illness in the …