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Safer Surroundings: How to Disinfect Air and Surfaces Using Air Purifiers & Portable UV Lamps

May
05

Date: May 5th, 2021

Portable UV Lamps and Air Purifiers Reduce Exposure to Disease-Causing Pathogens.

How safe is the air you breathe and your surrounding? Can you do anything to improve its quality?

If you’re in planet earth then you must know we’ve been under a year-long siege thanks to a deadly pandemic (COVID). The Coronavirus is a virus that transmits from person to person via air, contact, or through droplets in an infected person’s cough.

A virus is just one of the many microorganisms in our surroundings. Microscopic organisms are widely known to cause illnesses. The most common ones include viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa.

These microorganisms float in the air or rest in surfaces or floors.  And because you can easily acquire an infection from inhaling or touching infectious objects and surfaces, it helps to safeguard yourself using appropriate PPE like face masks and other decontamination devices like portable UV lamps.

Sterilizing with ultraviolet light is said to be unique because you can’t detect it with the naked eye. It’s a high-frequency beam that is clinically proven to eradicate disease-causing microbes such as viruses, fungi, and bacteria.

Traditional liquid-based disinfectants come with many disadvantages, for instance, the pungent odor associated with the constituent chemicals. Such disinfectants are likely to leave and spread germ residue when you wipe a contaminated surface.

Eleven Ways to Boost Mental Health & Wellbeing amid Coronavirus

Apr
30

Date: April 30th, 2021

What’s the State of Mental Health during COVID-19

How’s your overall mental health during COVID-19? Several Studies show an increase in stress and anxiety levels since the pandemic caught fire.

Worry continues as the virus claims more lives and the economy dips in what scientists describe as a second wave.

Remember, a majority of nations worldwide weren’t ready for such a pandemic. This lack of preparedness caused a strain in health care, the economy, and for the average citizen, much uncertainty about the future.

As a result, most people  shifted focus to COVID-19 and may not notice crucial mental health effects. If such cases worsen, victim’s suffer psychiatric problems like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among health care personnel. Many other issues could arise within the context of the general community.

Researchers have sought to reveal the impact COVID-19 on physical and mental health. Studies show a significant increase in mental illness risks during Corona compared to pre-pandemic.

COVID-19 Vaccines: Up-to-date Info on the Available Options and Roll-out Plans

Apr
25

Date: April 25th, 2021

The Race to Get COVID Vaccine.

As the globe continues to combat the novel COVID-19, the development of three viable vaccines is a promising beam light at the end of the tunnel.

Although the official roll-out hasn’t started, there’s a looming scramble as nations seek to get COVID vaccine and rid themselves of this pandemic.

First, we have the Oxford vaccine that involves several partners, including AstraZeneca. With an efficiency rate of up to 70.4%, recent final-stage trial data indicate that this vaccine can effectively protect the population from COVID-19 infection.

Oxford vaccine developers have recently stated plans to apply for safety approval from regulatory bodies to begin mass-producing their vaccine. Plus, AstraZeneca is trying to get permission from the WHO to list its vaccine under the Emergency Use category.

How to Prevent Falling & Related Injuries When Working at Height

Apr
20

Date: April 20th, 2021

Tips for Working at Heights: Prevent Accidents & Deaths at Work

Working at heights involves climbing things and operating above the ground; which increases the probability of falling and getting injuries.

Examples of such locations include roof edges, on ladders, dock loading, floor openings, and more.

Carelessness and small mistakes are the primary causes of deaths and injuries for most people who work at height, and a bone of contention for OSHA and other safety agencies worldwide.

In 2015, almost 40% of mortalities in the construction sector were due to falls, and most of them were avoidable. Studies also indicate that most people usually hurt themselves or die of falls from raised places.

Still, it is possible to prevent such injuries in workplaces by imparting stringent safety tips for working at heights?

As an employer, it’s crucial to provide your employees with relevant training and resources to prevent any harm related to heights.

This article will expound on the different ways to ensure safety when working in higher places.

Choosing the Right Scrubs for Your Nurses and How to Source Extra Money for PPE

Apr
10

Date: April 10th, 2021

Buying Scrubs for Nurses & How to Use Medical Factoring to Acquire PPE Money

For nurses, donning the right dress code in the workplace is a no brainer. Scrubs for nurses are a staple uniform in most pediatric rehabs and healthcare facilities. But employers must discuss and agree with their employees on the accepted workplace attire.

You must often choose a specific style, pattern, color, style, or manufacturer that fits your company’s needs.

Employer-employee discussions ensure you get the right fit for everyone in terms of size and preferences. For instance, it’s unfair to insist on long-sleeved scrubs when others may prefer short-sleeved designs for logical reasons like excess heat.

Which Weight Loss Diet for Your Goals? Discover 9 Diets & How They Help You Cut Weight

Feb
19

Date: February 19th, 2021

Identifying the Right Weight loss Diet for Your Goals

Are you onboard? Americans are pacing the shift towards healthy lifestyles. And nutrition experts are responding with several weight-loss strategies to help you achieve your goals.

According to the CDC, between 2015 & 2018, 17 percent of U.S. grownups aged 20 and above “were on a special diet on a given day,” and the numbers are rising. Many people resort to a premade weight loss diet hoping it’ll ease their journey to losing the extra pounds.

And while some see real results, others have discredited them for one reason or another or simply failed to benefit from them.

Types of Weight Loss Diets

Our list of nutrition and weight loss plans can help the body cut weight in two different ways;

  • By reducing appetite.
  • By restricting calories, fats, and carbs

It can be challenging to pick one of the two for obvious reasons. But remember, one person’s meat is another one’s poison, so this should be an entirely personal decision.

That being said, below are the most popular weight loss meal plans and how they can help you cut weight.

PPE Training: Eight Factors to Consider When Planning a Session

Feb
13

Date: February 13th, 2021

PPE Training for Employees Is Crucial for Any Organization

Employees are your most valuable resource. Their safety and health are among the essential aspects of an organization.

OSHA expects all firms to offer proper employee training and awareness of the safety gear in the workplace.

Providing PPE training for employees and other stakeholders enhance safety levels in your company. When introducing PPE training in the workplace, one must consider several factors to ensure effective implementation.

Examples of these factors include PPE necessity, durability, limitations, available types, donning procedure, inspection techniques, as well as disposal and maintenance methods. Your training should provide employees with the answers to all these considerations.

OSHA’s requires companies to provide staff with a hands-on demo on the use of PPEs. Also, if previous training becomes obsolete, employers must retrain workers on new equipment and protocols.

Retraining is also important when workers show that they didn’t understand the previous PPE training. Managers should document all details regarding PPE training dates, participants, and the various protective gear types.

Protective tools have different maintenance needs, donning methods, and lifespans depending on their targeted use and quality.

It can be a daunting task to introduce safety equipment in an organization and ensure every personnel follows suit.  For that reason, you should have a proper rollout plan.

This article explains various PPE rollout tips to ensure your staff understand workplace safety.

Choosing the Best Vitamins & Supplements for Stress

Feb
01

Date: February 1st, 2021

Choosing the Best Vitamins and Supplements for Stress

Life has its ups and downs, and downtimes can lead to endless worries. Everyone has their issues to tackle. Some of the most common matters people worry about include money, health issues, job pressures, relationships, among others.

Stresses vary in nature and can last a short or long time. When stressed, we may experience symptoms like headache, fatigue, nervousness, anger, stomach upsets, and irritability.

Stress can affect your general well-being and concentration. It can also interfere with how you relate with others. That’s why daily stress management should top your priority list.

One remedy is to turn to Vitamins and supplements for stress. Most of these nature-provided solutions will help you relax without any severe side effects.

Digging at Home: 9 Excavation Tools You Should Have & Why You Must Call 811 before Digging.

Jan
20

Date: January 20th, 2021

Handy Home Excavation Tools and Equipment

A savvy homeowner should have the skills and tools to tackle simple excavation duties. You don’t always have to pay someone to do basic digging tasks when you can get your hands dirty and save some dollars.

At one point or another, you’ll need to excavate soil— and this job is easier done with the right tools. The market has several excavation tools and equipment, each designed to ease the excavation process.

Tools are available, from modest hand equipment to complex machines depending on your area’s topography or excavation depth.

But today, we aren’t focusing on complex machines needed for massive extraction work. Instead, we’ll discuss a few handy tools that can prove helpful for jobs like doing away with tree roots, plunks, and organic impurities, etc., which can ruin your landscape’s beauty or eat up your space.

Plus, it’s crucial to accomplish all the prerequisites before embarking on your home digging project. For instance, you should dial 811 before digging anywhere to avoid tampering with any buried utility lines.

And while it sounds simple, most homeowners hardly do so, and many times the result is injury, death, or long-term outages due to damaged utility lines.

That being said, let’s focus on nine handy tools to store at home for DIY garden projects.

COVID-19 Damages to Lungs: What Does COVID Do to The Lungs?

Jan
13

Date: January 13th, 2021

COVID-19 Damages to Lungs: How Can Corona Damage the Lung

Respiratory diseases can cause massive damage to our lungs, and COVID-19 is no exception.

As scientists continue to look deeply into a second wave of the pandemic, we’ve learned a lot and enhanced our understanding of the deadly virus.

And lately, many Netizens are desperate to understand COVID-19 damages to lungs during sickness and after recovery.

Panagis Galiatsatos, a Medical Doctor and a lung specialist at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, has a lot to say about COVID-19 patients.

After his encounter with several Coronavirus patients, he says many long and short-term lung complications could result from the disease.