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Heart disease continues to rank as the leading cause of death. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), it's responsible for over 600,000 deaths in the United States each year. While there's no foolproof way to prevent heart disease, there are ways to lower your risk of developing it. Exercising on a regular basis, for instance, can lower your risk of heart disease. A recent study has also found that drinking tea may lower your risk of heart disease.About the Study …

Do you work with bladed tools? If so, you may want to invest in a pair of cut-resistant gloves. Cuts rank as one of the most common types of work-related injuries. Each year, thousands of workers sustain a cut. Fortunately, cut-resistant gloves can protect your hands from cuts. They are designed specifically to withstand bladed tools without slicing open.MeshMesh cut-resistant gloves are characterized by a mesh, net-like construction. They are typically made of metal. You can find mesh cut-resis …

Thousands of workers sustain a fall-related injury while on the job each year. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), falls are the leading cause of workplace injuries. Falls are responsible for more injuries among workers than all other hazards. Below are several common myths about fall-related injuries in the workplace.Always NonfatalWhile most fall-related injuries are nonfatal, some of them are fatal. Nearly 900 workers died from a fall-related injury while on the job in 201 …

Want to make your home office more energy efficient? Sure you do! It will have a positive impact on the environment while also saving you money in utility expenses. Regardless of how your office design is currently designed, you can make it more energy-efficient by following these tips.Replace Incandescent BulbsReplacing incandescent light bulbs will create a more energy-efficient home office. Incandescent bulbs are characterized by the use of a wire filament that, when exposed to electricity, h …

It's not uncommon for objects, signs and labels to feature a safety color. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recognizes a variety of different safety colors. Each safety color, of course, has a different meaning. What are the ANSI's safety colors exactly, and what do they mean?RedRed is a safety color that indicates dangers. The ANSI states that red should be used to indicate a potential hazard in the workplace. Whether it's an exposed cutting blade or a toxic chemical, workplaces …