The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has compiled advice for keeping everyone safe and preventing holiday injuries this season. From holiday cooking and decoration to the toys under the Christmas tree, safety issues can cause serious injuries. Holiday Injuries … Continue reading
Are You Washing Your Hands Correctly?
The COVID-19 pandemic has increased awareness of the importance of washing your hands to prevent the spread of germs, but months of hand washing and sanitizing has led to pandemic fatigue for many individuals. This time of year is also … Continue reading
Reduce the Likelihood of Work-Related Crashes
Hoosier workers are more likely to be killed by motor vehicle crashes than by any other work-related hazards. In 2014, 52 individuals died due to incidents related to transportation while working in Indiana. These incidents included car accidents, non-roadway accidents … Continue reading
Agriculture Safety: Prevent Farming Injuries
Farmers are at high risk for fatal and nonfatal injuries. Due to the nature of the work, family members who often share in the work and live on the property are also at risk for farming injuries. Farm work often … Continue reading
HIPAA and Caregiver Rights
More than 53 million Americans are unpaid caregivers for family, friends, and neighbors. Nearly one third of adult caregivers are providing assisting to someone with a mental illness. Knowing what to do when your loved one is experiencing a mental … Continue reading