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Safety culture" has been an important buzzword in occupational health for many years. But recent research shows that the broad goal has one key component: The attitude of supervisors.
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Here's another reason to emphasize influenza vaccination in long-term care: Last year, vaccination prevented an estimated 44,000 flu-related hospitalizations among older people, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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It has become easier than ever for the nation's nurses to monitor their health both personal and occupational. And this new knowledge may put a sharper spotlight on hazards nurses face every day at work.
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MSD goal: Reduce the rate of injury and illness cases involving days away from work due to overexertion or repetitive motion by 10% by 2020.
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A broad array of new federal regulations on health care associated infections (HAIs) continue to come on line in 2014 and beyond, tying infection prevention more directly to the hospital bottom line than at any time in the field's history.
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Targeting HCWs for all ACIP recommended shots
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Everyday people tell their story about loved ones lost to infections.
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