NIOSH targets persistent work-related lead exposure

Posted on March 31, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

  Higher blood lead levels remain a risk for many workers despite efforts to reduce exposure. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health warns that cases persist, and recent research suggests that adverse health effects are associated even with lower lead exposures. It is especially prevalent in construction, mining, and manufacturing and is often [...]

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I.C.E.

Posted on March 30, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

  It seems like everyone has a cell phone these days and  they are constantly being updated with new technology.  It makes sense that even emergency professionals are now trained to look in an individual’s cell phone for contact information as well as other important medical information in the event of an emergency.  We encourage you [...]

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Allergies

Posted on March 29, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

Despite the cold temperature, spring is on the way and some of us are already starting to suffer from seasonal allergies. Did you know 2 out of 10 Americans are affected by allergies? Below are some fact about allergies, what can cause them and how to identify an allergic reaction.  An allergy is an abnormal [...]

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Some alarming facts about costs of claims

Posted on March 28, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

A recently released report by Progressive Medical, Inc, 2010 Drug Spend, reveals changes in medication spending on Workers’ Compensation claims from 2008 to 2009 for Progressive Medical clients, as well as key factors that may influence future expenditures, such as price, utilization and product mix changes. Key highlights from the 2010 Drug Spend Analysis include: [...]

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Quote of the Day: March 25, 2011

Posted on March 25, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

Management is nothing more than motivating other people. – Lee Iacocca (1924) Lee Iacocca is an American businessman from Allentown, Pennsylvania. He is best know for the Ford Pinto, getting fired by Ford and reviving the Chrysler Corporation in the 1980’s. He is one of the most famous business people in the world and  has [...]

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Study: Work stress puts women at risk for heart disease

Posted on March 24, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

Did you know? Research presented at the AHA Scientific Sessions 2010 from Women with Harvard Medical School in Boston concluded that women with demanding jobs but little control over their daily work have an 88% higher risk of heart attack than women with low job strain. In addition, fear of losing one’s job was associated [...]

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Health Tips- Dental Health

Posted on March 23, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

Did you know that there is a connection between the health of your mouth and your overall health? Keeping gums in good shape helps keep harmful bacteria from entering your blood stream. Scheduling regular checkups with your dentist and remembering to brush and floss daily are important steps for maintaining good dental hygiene and overall [...]

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Sharp Rise in Audits for Illegal Alien Hiring Practices

Posted on March 22, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

Information from Keystone Insurers Group. Among the many employment laws companies must follow is the immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), which prohibits employers from hiring illegal aliens and imposes strict penalties on those who do. One of the primary responsibilities associated with this law is verifying employee citizenship status through the filing of the [...]

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Benefits & Human Resource Topics- Will Congress Repeal Heath Care Reform?

Posted on March 21, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

Information brought to you by Keystone Insurers Group. Controversy has surrounded the health care reform legislation since it was signed into law on March 23, 2010. This debate entered Congress once again when Republicans took control of the House of Representatives in November 2010. As promised, House Republicans attempted to repeal the law. Thus far, [...]

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Quote of the day: March 18, 2011

Posted on March 18, 2011 by The Seltzer Group

“Do something wonderful, people may imitate it.” – Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) Albert Schweitzer was a German born theologian, musician, philosopher, physician and missionary. He received a Nobel Peace Prize for his philosophy of “Reverence for Life”.   info@seltzergrp.com  

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