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A new study has linked the use of common household cleaning products to lung damage in women.A team of researchers from the University of Bergen recruited 6,000 men and women, all of whom were middle-aged, for a period of two decades. Throughout the study period, researchers monitored the participants use of cleaning products as well as their respiratory health. So, what did they find? Researchers found that female participants who used cleaning products regularly experienced the highest level o …

Construction consistently ranks as one of the most dangerous industries in which to work. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 937 construction workers lost their lives on the job in 2015. This means roughly one in five work-related fatalities occur in the construction industry. There are ways to reduce these numbers and protect construction workers from injury, however, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Hard HatsArguably, the most important type of PPE …

Can’t seem to build muscle mass no matter how much time you spend exercising? Well, you aren’t alone. Millions of men and women experience this very same problem. Conventional wisdom may lead you to believe that working out for longer periods of time will lead to bigger muscles, but this isn’t always true. So, if you’re struggling to build bigger muscles, consider the following workout tips.#1) Lift WeightsThere’s no other way around it. If you want to build muscle mass, you need to lift …

Are you familiar with the winter safety hazards in your home? If not, you should take note of the following hazards, as this could protect you and your family from injury.#1) Space HeatersStatistics show that 80% of all fire-related deaths that occur in the winter are caused by space heaters. While space heaters promote a more energy-efficient home, and subsequently offer cost-savings benefits, they shouldn't be left running unattended. If you're going to use a space heater, make sure someone is …

More and more companies are offering workplace wellness programs to their employees. According to a recent survey, 73% of employees say they're "interested" in participating in a workplace wellness program, while 59% say they already have access to at least one of wellness program. As the name suggests, a workplace wellness program is company-sponsored program that encourages employees to make smarter decisions regarding their health. The general idea is to create a healthier, more producti …