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Indoor humidity levels tend to drop during the latter part of the year. Your home may have a comfortable relative humidity of 50% throughout the spring and summer months. When winter arrives, though, you may notice the relative humidity to drop to 30% or below.Cold air doesn't hold as much moisture as warm air. Therefore, indoor humidity levels are usually the lowest during the winter months. Exposure to this dry air can cause a myriad of problems, such as dry skin, nosebleeds, headaches and mor …

Overexertion injuries are a common occurrence in the modern workplace. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), they account for over one-third of all work-related injuries that result in lost work days. When a worker sustains an overexertion injury, he or she may require medical treatment. Even without medical treatment, the worker may need to rest until he or she recovers. What is an overexertion exactly and how do you prevent them in your workplace?Overview of Overexertion InjuriesBy d …

With the cold weather fast approaching, you may need a little extra heating power in your workplace. Central heating isn't always adequate. Fortunately, there are space heaters you can use. Space heaters are small portable devices that emit heat into the surrounding space. While effective at creating a warmer and more comfortable environment, though, space heaters pose a fire risk. You can still use them in your workplace this winter, but consider the five following safety tips to protect agains …

Millions of people drink diet soda on a daily basis, believing it's a healthier alternative to sugar-sweetened soda. Diet soda, of course, typically has zero calories. It doesn't contain sugar. Instead, it's sweetened with an artificial sweetener, such as saccharin, acesulfame or aspartame. While artificial sweeteners don't contain calories, they may pose some risks to your health.About the StudyAccording to a study conducted by researchers from Sorbonne Paris Nord University, diet soda isn't a …

You don't have to resort to using your home's central heating system to combat cold temperatures. Assuming your home has a fireplace, you can build a fire. A wood-burning fire is an energy-efficient alternative to central heating. As the wood burns, it will produce heat that raises your home's indoor temperature. While wood-burning fireplaces are effective at producing heat, though, you should follow some basic safety tips when using them.#1) Open the Flue DamperAlways open the flue damper befor …