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The next time you have an important meeting, consider doing it while walking instead of sitting. According to a recent study, walking meetings can increase physical activity in the workplace, which in turn promotes positive health while warding off disease and illness.For the study, researchers from the University of Miami's Miller School of Medicine recruited 17 workers who conducted weekly meetings. As part of the study, the workers wore an accelerometer to keep track of their physical activit …

Each year, thousands of workers lose their lives while many more are serious injured on the job. While the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has federal laws in place to encourage a safe working environment, a new report indicates that these laws aren't doing enough.According to a recent report published by the Center for Progressive Reform (CPR), a nonprofit organization, more than 30,000 workers have died since 2009. Researchers from this report cite this disturbing trend on …

The Fourth of July is officially here, which means millions of families will be celebrating our country's independence by launching fireworks into the night sky. According to the American Pyrotechnics Association, more than 285 million pounds of fireworks will be used during this holiday. Some of these fireworks are used by consumers, whereas others are used by local cities, municipalities and private companies. But if you're planning to shoot off fireworks this Fourth of July, you should follow …

Do you suffer from chronic back pain? According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), roughly 80% of the general population will experience back pain at some point during their lives. It's frustrating when you wake up in the morning with a sore and achy back. Depending on the severity, though, it can make otherwise simple tasks like driving, going to work, and mowing the lawn painfully difficult. The good news is that you often reduce back pain by following some simple steps.Sleep Righ …

It's a little-known fact that more people in the United States die from flash floods than any other weather condition, including hurricanes and tornadoes. According to FloodSmart.gov, roughly 200 people lose their lives from flash floods each year. While this weather phenomenon is most common in Texas, it can occur in any state. So regardless of where you live, you should follow some basic precautions to protect yourself from injury and death when faced with a flash flood.Do NOT DriveIf there's …