Occupational Medicine
Allergies in the Workplace
For many in Western North Carolina, April marks the real beginning of spring. But for some, it also marks the beginning of allergy season — and seasonal allergies or allergic reactions can make a serious impact on the workplace. Allergies can reduce wo…
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Alcohol Awareness Month
In North Carolina, April is the state-declared Alcohol Awareness Month, promoting awareness of the dangers and diseases associated with alcohol misuse and abuse. Alcohol abuse in the workplace not only increases the possibility of on-the-job mistakes o…
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Minority Health Month
National Minority Health Month, occurring each April, was created to raise awareness about health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minority groups — while also encouraging action through health education, early detection, and control of disease…
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Obesity in the workplace
Obesity is a chronic and progressive health condition, and its effects have only been compounded by the pandemic. In fact, obesity now affects more than 40% of adults in the United States, and it’s become a growing source of workplace risk, contributin…
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Testing on your timeline
The need for high-quality drug screenings and breath alcohol testing rarely happens at a convenient time for most businesses. In fact, many occur after most urgent care clinics are closed, leaving few options aside from an expensive and time-consuming…
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Supreme Court Blocks OSHA ETS
UPDATE 2/4/22: Effective as of January 26, 2022, OSHA has withdrawn the vaccination and testing emergency temporary standard. Although its withdrawing it as an enforceable ETS, the agency is not withdrawing it as a proposed rule. The agency is prioriti…
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