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06.29.09
CDC Introduces New Website To Help Employers Combat Obesity And Reduce Health-Related Costs

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today unveiled LEANWorks!, a Website designed to help businesses address obesity. LEAN stands for Leading Employees to Activity and Nutrition. The new Website was announced at a National Business Group on Health meeting in Washington, D.C.

06.29.09
Companies Warned To Follow Correct Safety Procedures When Operating Machinery And Drills, UK

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is warning employers and their staff to be mindful of following the correct safety procedures when operating machinery and drills, following the prosecution of a West Bromwich firm. An employee at Aluminium Products Ltd lost part of his index finger during an incident on 15 October last year.

06.09.09
High blood pressure among lower-status employees lingers well into retirement

Retirement from some occupations may not provide relief from the potentially devastating health effects of work-related hypertension, according to a new study from UC Davis.

03.30.09
New Global Association Promotes Benefits Of Worksite Health

A newly formed international association dedicated to worksite health says encouraging employees to be active and healthy is crucial for company cost savings - and their message is backed by representatives from the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control and The Coca-Cola Company.