New study finds household plastics linked to heart disease deaths worldwide
- Health & Healing
- May 1, 2025
As insurance costs rise and our workforce ages, many companies are turning to workplace health clinics as a way to minimize sick days and visits to the doctor. A Towers Watson survey found that 39% of large U.S. employers will have on-site medical clinics by 2014, compared to just 23% in 2011.
READ MOREHere's some unfortunate news related to climate change: The odd and severe weather we’ve been experiencing since last fall has put us in a vulnerable spot in terms of this year's allergy season. And we can no longer escape to a location free of pollen and its effects on us, as this explosion has hit
READ MOREToday’s 20-somethings are finding themselves in a difficult position when it comes to landing that first job that will launch their careers after graduation. Many in their 20s end up working early mornings and late nights, with little sleep or an inability to disconnect from the workplace. It is not uncommon for these millennials to accept
READ MOREMany major diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's, cancer, and stroke have been linked to a condition known as chronic inflammation. Scientists are studying how diet affects chronic inflammation. The Wall Street Journal, 7/16/2012
READ MOREAs skin cancer rates continue to rise, here is some helpful advice on what to look for when selecting sunscreen. The New York Times, 5/28/2013
READ MOREDid you know that carrageenan, which is sometimes used as a thickener in yogurt, ice cream and cottage cheese, may cause inflammation and digestive problems? Lots of companies even use it in their organic and reduced fat products. But just because it’s a natural ingredient made from seaweed doesn’t necessarily mean it’s good for you.
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