Tag: Health

data warehouse
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Removing Barricades to Using Data Better

The healthcare industry produces an incredible amount of data – in fact, it is responsible for about 30% of the world’s total data volume, between electronic medical records, diagnostics, hospital admissions, and prescriptions. There are some incredible applications in this sector for all of its data, especially related to improving patient care. Some of these […]

Marijuana at Work
Health

The Changing Landscape of Marijuana Legislation

Marijuana laws are complex, varying drastically throughout the United States.  Staying up-to-date on the facts about marijuana legislation in the state and workplace is important. In the past 50 years, there has been a greater than fivefold increase in support for marijuana legalization.  State laws have followed this trend.  Currently, 24 states, plus the District […]

narcissistic personality disorder
Health

Breaking Down the Five Types of Narcissists

Only 1% of the population has been officially diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), but it is estimated by professionals that the real frequency is around 15% to 20%. This means that there is a high chance that most households have a narcissist in their midst. These individuals are characterized by extreme levels of self-centeredness, […]

Risk of an STD
Health

What’s My STD Risk? 

In the United States, one in every five people has an STD.  Being aware of your chances of developing an STD can help you protect yourself.  You might have higher or lower levels of risk depending on certain factors, such as where you live and what you do.   For example, certain locations have higher levels […]

employee drug testing laws
Health

The Details on Drug Testing Laws

Drug testing laws vary significantly from state to state, and continue to evolve at a rapid rate.  It is important that employers stay up-to-date on these laws, as is it their responsibility to foster a safe and compliant work environment.  Understanding drug testing laws is a key factor in building a supportive environment for employees. […]