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Do you work in the construction industry? If so, you probably know the importance of wearing the right footwear. It's not uncommon for construction workers to drop tools, lumber or other heavy loads. And if you drop something that lands on your feet, it could cause serious injury. Wearing the right footwear, however, can protect you from injuries such as this. Here are a few tips to follow when choosing footwear for the construction industry.Steel ToeThere's no substitution for steel-toe boots i …

Our bodies have an internal clock that's designed to regulate our day-night sleep cycles. Known as the circadian clock, it plays an important role in our ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. However, a new study has found that people with a disruptive circadian rhythm are more likely develop depression, bipolar disorder and other mental health disorders than their counterparts with a balanced and regulated circadian rhythm.For the study, researchers analyzed data from more than 91,000 men and …

With summer right around the corner, there's a growing risk of heat exhaustion for outdoor workers. A serious form of heat illness, heat exhaustion is categorized by a significant loss of water and electrolytes through perspiration. Perspiration is normally good because it allows our bodies to release heat. When sweat perspires through the skin, it releases heat. Too much perspiration, however, can lead to heat illness like heat exhaustion. So, what are the warnings signs of heat exhaustion?Naus …

The World Health Organization (WHO) says food companies should stop using trans fat in their products by 2023. According to CNN, WHO recently launched a new campaign to achieve this goal. Known as REPLACE, it's designed to provide training tools and resources to all countries, not just the United States, on how to eliminate trans fat from foods.The Federal Drug Administration (FDA) has already taken action to eliminate trans fat in the United States. Several years ago, the FDA said i …

Work is a common source of psychological stress for millions of men and women. Whether you work in a climate-controlled office or outside under the hot summer sun, you may feel stressed at the end of the day. While some workers brush off this stress as being a normal "part of the job," it can take a toll on your health. In fact, one organization is calling for regulators to categorize stress as a safety hazard in the workplace.According to a new report published by the Mental Health Foundation ( …