SafetyBlog
Study: High-Protein Diet Increases Risk of Heart Disease
Most health experts say that the average adult doesn't consume enough protein in his or her diet. Typically found in meats and nuts, this vital nutrient is responsible for building and repairing cellular tissue. Without protein, our bodies wouldn't be able to repair damaged muscle mass. However, a new study has found that people who follow a high-protein diet are more likely to develop heart disease than their counterparts who follow a low-protein diet.The study, conducted by the American Heart
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Jun 25th 2018
Facebook Now Offers Free Version of Enterprise Platform for NPOs
Facebook has launched a free version of its enterprise platform for nonprofit organizations (NPOs). Known as Workplace for Good, it's intended to help NPOs achieve their goals by providing them with a digital marketing tool. UsingWorkplace for Good isn't a new tool. Rather, it's been around for several years now. However, the social media giant charges for traditional for-profit businesses a fee of $3 per user -- with a limit of 5,000 users per month -- to use it. While Facebook says that for-pr
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Jun 25th 2018
OSHA Holds Hearing on Whistleblower Protection Rights
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently wrapped up its first hearing with the rail industry regarding its whistleblower protection program. According to OSHA, it received 424 complaints of retaliation against rail workers for reporting safety hazards to OSHA last year, a little over half of which came from the workers themselves. The sheer volume of these complaints has prompted OSHA to hold hearings on how it can improve its whistleblower protection program for rail wo
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Jun 19th 2018
5 Exercise Tips to Lose Weight Fast
Do you want to lose weight? Whether it's to improve your physical appearance and reduce your risk of disease and illness, slimming down can help you achieve these and other goals. According to a Pew Research survey, more than half of all U.S. adults want to lose weight. Unfortunately, though, only a small percentage of these adults take tangible steps towards achieving a slimmer waistline. By following the five tips listed below, you'll have an easier time losing those unwanted pounds and achiev
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Jun 19th 2018
Health Tips to Follow When Flying in a Plane
Are you planning to fly in the near future? Well, you aren't alone. Statistics show that 8 million people fly in commercial and private plans each day. Whether it's for business or leisure, there's no denying the fact that flying is a faster, more relaxing and safer means of transportation when compared to driving. Unfortunately, though, it also exposes you to a significant amount of germs inside the cabin. This is why it's important to follow some basic tips to protect yourself from infectious
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Jun 18th 2018