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Employers can expect to pay more for workplace safety violations under new guidelines by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Under the new guidelines, penalties will be increased by 2%. While not a substantial increase, it's still something that employers should be aware of. So, why exactly did OSHA decide to increase the penalties for workplace safety violations?The higher safety violation fines are attributed to inflation. As explained on OSHA's website, the new penalties …

The next time you have a craving for something sweet, consider eating a small serving of dried fruit. In addition to being naturally sweetened, it’s rich in nutrients and vitamins. Furthermore, a new study has found that eating dried fruit can protect against heart disease.Taking the lives of nearly 600,000 men and women every year, heart disease is the world’s leading cause of death. While there’s no way to completely eliminate the risk of heart disease, there are ways to lower it. Dieti …

Statistics show that up to 20% of Americans will catch the flu virus each year in the United States. Of those who catch the flu, some 200,000 will require hospitalization. Because of it's more severe than a typical cold, employers and workers alike should take the necessary precautions to protect themselves from this all-too-common illness.In an effort to protect workers from the flu virus, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has updated its "Workplace Safety and the Flu" we …

Millions of men and women take a daily vitamin supplement. Whether it's a vitamin C, vitamin D or a multivitamin, the general belief is that taking these supplements will help you meet your daily intake of the respective vitamin or nutrient. Unfortunately, though, there's new evidence suggesting that vitamin supplements offer little-to-no benefit. In fact, some could potentially do more harm than good. According to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JA …

Running is one of the best all-around workouts you can do. It engages your entire body while burning fat and building muscle in the process. Unfortunately, though, running also carries an inherit risk of injury. According to the University of South Florida, 65% of all runners will sustain injury in any given year. So, what steps can you take to protect against running injuries?#1) Wear the Right ShoesDon’t underestimate the importance of wearing the right shoes when running. A good pair o …