December 5, 2023 from HRD Canada Alarming evidence of the widespread effects of depression on the world economy has been provided by U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, who also highlighted the enormous financial burden this mental health issue places on society. Murthy issues a sobering warning, pointing out that depression alone costs […]
December 11, 2023 from HRD Canada Most Canadian businesses are doing well going into 2024. In a recent survey, 54% of Canadian organizations reported that they intend to add new employees in the first half of 2024. The most common explanation for this is company growth, with 61% of employers questioned by Robert Half […]
December 4, 2023 from Ratehub.ca As we enter 2024, Canadians are bracing themselves for a reality check – auto insurance premiums are unlikely to buckle under the pressure of affordability. The landscape of Canadian auto insurance is shifting, driven by various factors, and here’s a comprehensive breakdown of what to expect in the upcoming […]
October 16, 2023 from Medscape The enactment of medical and recreational cannabis laws in the United States has sparked a significant increase in the prevalence of cannabis use disorder (CUD), particularly among older adults experiencing chronic pain, according to a recent study involving US veterans. Researchers aimed to investigate the reported surge in […]
September 21, 2023 from Mercer The insights from Mercer’s 2023 Canada Turnover Survey indicate an increasing trend in turnover rates for all industries. Only 38.6% of businesses in Canada, according to the 2023 poll, plan to hire more employees this year, with a mere 18% expecting to grow their workforce. In 2023, just […]
Dec 7, 2023 from HRD Canada As workers in many industries have gained more power to voice grievances about their employers, coworkers, management, and the environment, workplace investigations have become very routine for many. Although many workers might anticipate a fair investigation, they could be shocked to learn the extent of their employer’s duty […]
December 11, 2023 from Medscape In a recent 2023 American Heart Association Scientific Statement, Dr. Neil Skolnik delves into the cardiopulmonary implications of electronic cigarettes and vaping. The introduction of vaping products to the United States took an unexpected turn as the FDA’s attempt to classify them as drug delivery devices faced legal challenges. […]
November 9, 2023 from Medscape Recent observational research sheds light on potential cardiovascular risks associated with marijuana use. The studies emphasize associations rather than causation, but the findings raise important concerns. Study 1: Marijuana Use and Heart Failure Risk Observational data from the National Institutes of Health-sponsored All of Us research program […]
December 11, 2023 from HRD Canada A recent survey found that 80% of top risk experts worldwide believe that burnout will have a big influence on enterprises in the coming year. A sobering reality is revealed by the most recent International SOS Risk Outlook Report for 2024: although mental health issues are a major […]
September 5, 2023 from Medscape In the United States, menopause care confronts a significant inadequacy, marked by persistent misconceptions and gaps in medical education. Dr. Ashley Winter, Chief Medical Officer of the online women’s health clinic Odela Health, emphasizes the underutilization of effective interventions like low-dose estrogen vaginal creams, calling it “one of the […]