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How Employee Health Software Fosters a Healthy Working Environment
By Katherine George General Health

How Employee Health Software Fosters a Healthy Working Environment

Companies are realizing that the health and happiness of their workforce directly impact productivity and overall success. Enter employee health software, a powerful tool that can transform workplaces into healthier and more vibrant environments.

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The ABCs of IV Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Costs
By Ryan Pratt General Health

The ABCs of IV Therapy: What You Need to Know About Benefits and Costs

Intravenous (IV) therapy stands as the most frequently used invasive procedure in healthcare, serving a multitude of medical and wellness needs. From hospital rooms to wellness clinics, this technique has broadened its scope, offering benefits like enhanced nutrient absorption, immune system support, and even hangover relief. Fortunately, you can learn everything you need to know […]

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What Do Your Blood Test Results Mean? A Toxicologist Explains the Basics of How to Interpret Them
By Brad Reisfeld Your Health

What Do Your Blood Test Results Mean? A Toxicologist Explains the Basics of How to Interpret Them

Your blood serves numerous roles to maintain your health. To carry out these functions, blood contains a multitude of components, including red blood cells that transport oxygen, nutrients and hormones; white blood cells that remove waste products and support the immune system; plasma that regulates temperature; and platelets that help with clotting. Within the blood […]

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Dietary Supplements and Protein Powders Fall Under a ‘Wild West’ of Unregulated Products That Necessitate Caveats And Caution
By Emily Hemendinger and Katie Suleta Your Health

Dietary Supplements and Protein Powders Fall Under a ‘Wild West’ of Unregulated Products That Necessitate Caveats And Caution

Dietary supplements are a big business. The industry made almost US$39 billion in revenue in 2022, and with very little regulation and oversight, it stands to keep growing. The marketing of dietary supplements has been quite effective, with 77% of Americans reporting feeling that the supplement industry is trustworthy. The idea of taking your health […]

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Strep A Explainer: Why Invasive Cases Are Increasing, How It Spreads and What Symptoms to Look For
By John McCormick and Juan Manuel Diaz Your Health

Strep A Explainer: Why Invasive Cases Are Increasing, How It Spreads and What Symptoms to Look For

A jump in the number of people with serious illness caused by group A Streptococcus — also referred to as Streptococcus pyogenes or Strep A — has made headlines recently. There has also been a higher than usual number of deaths from group A Streptococcus infections, including in children, leaving people with questions about why […]

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