Did you know that eating clean is an easy way to keep your waistline in check? It can also extend your life and lower the risk of 30% of all cancers. Easy ways to eat healthy and change your diet for the better are listed below. Add more fruits and veggies to your diet. Plant […]
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How Much Sleep Do I Need?
Did you know that lack of sleep can effect everything from job performance, memory and even your health? It’s more important than you may think and here are a fews you can help yourself sleep better without medication. Stressful days often turn into sleepless nights. It can become a vicious cycle if you let it. […]
Kick Off the New Year Right!
The new year is a great time to take a step back, reassess and make improvements in your life. It’s a time of celebration and renewal. You can do small things that will dramatically improve your health and quality of life. If you don’t exercise, consider starting! Regular exercise lowers blood pressure, improves depression symptoms, […]
Why Maritime Physicals Are So Specialized
It’s Not Easy Being a Mariner The life of a mariner can be tough, but also exciting work for those who choose a life on the water. The physical demands and long hours of the job can push the seafarers to their limits, which is why physical evaluations for these seafaring men and women are […]
What is a B Reader X-Ray and Why is it So Important?
A B Reader describes a certified doctor by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). They must exhibit proficiency in classifying x-rays of pneumoconiosis. In 2013, pneumoconiosis resulted in 260,000 deaths globally, up from 251,000 deaths in 1990. Pneumoconiosis is any disease of the lungs caused by inhaling dust, causing it to be […]
Safety with Respirable Silica
Be diligent about your safety when working with respirable silica! It could save your life. What is crystalline silica? This is a basic component of concrete, sand, granite and many other materials. If you work with sand blasting, glass etching, painting, jackhammers, asphalt, paving, ceramic manufacturing, tool and die, or construction — just to name […]
Tips for Passing Your DOT Physical
Worried about your upcoming DOT exam? There are many requirements for passing a DOT Physical. Here are some tips for passing your DOT physical. Your blood pressure needs to be under control! Exercise — this is an easy way to lower blood pressure and reduce stress. Do not drink excess alcohol; it raises blood pressure […]
Healthy Employees are Happy Employees
Workers who are physically active reap the following benefits for themselves: Lower blood pressure Decreased cortisol levels Better sleep Easier to maintain a healthy weight Improved mood Increased immune system Lower risk of heart disease Lower risk of cancer Lower risk of diabetes Decreased stress Decreased recovery time from illness or injury Higher self esteem […]
The Cost of Smoking
If you smoke and are employed by or run a business that works with hazardous materials, there are some important facts you need to know. Smoking causes 1 in every 5 deaths in the United States every year. I & O Medical Centers wants its patients and clients to be aware of the risks and […]