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                                What Do You Think? In Ohio, as in many states, employees cannot obtain workers’ compensation benefits if their intoxication caused them to get injured. A case involving a vacuum packaging line associate who got his glove caught in a conveyor belt highlights the role that expert testimony and drug tests can play during disputes over compensability. It was around 8 p.m. when the claimant’s glove got caught under a conveyor belt. He suffered injuries which later resulted in parts of his fingers and palms having to…

If you are single, the most meaningful Valentine’s date is the one where you show up fully for yourself. Connect your true nature and plan a date for yourself like you would do it for someone else.

1. Four weeks of telephone-delivered behavioral activation and mindfulness interventions by lay counsellors were associated with reduced loneliness and improved well-being at 12 months among older adults compared to telephone-delivered befriending. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Late-life loneliness is associated with poor mental and cognitive health and increased risk of premature mortality. Behavioral activation interventions encourage engagement in rewarding and meaningful activities, while mindfulness interventions foster present-moment awareness and acceptance. Although both interventions have been shown to alleviate loneliness, long-term effects past 6 months are unclear. This study thus investigated the long-term effects of behavioral activation and mindfulness interventions compared…

Credit: Unsplash+ Scientists from Pontifical Catholic University of Goiás have found that B vitamins and vitamin D may help prevent or reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Depression is more than simply feeling sad or having a bad day. When a low mood persists for a long period and begins to interfere with everyday functioning, it may indicate depression. The exact cause of depression is not fully understood. It is thought to result from a complex interaction of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Anxiety disorders often occur alongside depression. People with anxiety disorders experience intense and sometimes uncontrollable feelings…

What’s Changed About Life Expectancy—and Why It Matters People are living longer nowadays. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the average life expectancy was 75.8 years for males, 81.1 years for females, and the average for both sexes is 78.4 years in 2023. But these averages don’t tell the whole story. Medical advances mean more people are living into their late 80s and 90s than ever before. A longer life means more years in retirement, and that shift has real consequences on retirement planning. Some people face shorter retirements due to health issues, while others may…

The strategy marks a shift from traditional care-focused approaches to a proactive model that invests in individuals’ capabilities, empowers families, and encourages active community participation. Its development drew on an extensive methodology, including analysis of over 30 studies and reports, benchmarking against 200 best practices in 12 countries, and consultations with 15 international and local experts. More than 20 strategic meetings with social sector partners ensured that the initiatives address the evolving needs of all community groups.

                                New from NCCI: Labor Market Insights and Adverse Weather (both hot and cold temperatures) and Impact on WC Claims: Labor Market Insights — full report The economy added a robust 130,000 jobs overall and 172,000 jobs in the private sector to begin 2026. Both numbers vastly exceeded economists’ expectations. The 3-month average of private sector employment growth was 103,000. At an industry level, employment growth in January was still largely concentrated in health care, adding 123,500 of the 172,000 private sector employment gain. However, January…

The death of 20-year-old Samwel Uko in May 2020 still lingers with Victor Ejike. He didn’t know him, but he wants to make sure no other African newcomer loses their life due to a mental health crisis.Ejike thinks about how Uko, a football player from B.C., drowned in Wascana Lake after visiting the Regina General Hospital’s emergency room twice for mental health concerns but wasn’t able to access care.“That particular incident (has) had a profound influence on me,” said Ejike, who adds the youth’s death brought up how race can impact access to care and the need for advocacy.Ejike enrolled…

As a young child, decades before a diagnosis of autism, I remember wondering how other children made friends so easily, chattered happily, and made sense of their world. I, on the other hand, would stay quiet and alone, or wait for a glimpse of my older sister at the railings between the nursery and primary school. This led to internalised anxiety, stomach aches, and a need for solitude to recover from a noisy day. I never spoke of these feelings, but I felt ashamed, as if I were somehow deficient and alien. Adults assumed I was a “quiet child” or…

Contemporary workplaces continue to adapt to new demands and expectations. Employees seek efficiency, comfort, and flexibility in their work environments. Modern workplace solutions address these needs through technology, thoughtful design, and supportive practices. Focusing on productivity, organizations discover significant gains by embracing these advancements. Here are nine ways these solutions enhance employee performance and satisfaction: 1. Flexible Work Arrangements Flexible working hours and remote work options allow workers to organize their professional life around commitments. It creates less pressure and ensures they can focus on their work. Fewer interruptions translate to higher productivity. Employees who know how to manage their…