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Workplace Wellness Program
On 18 Aug 2015, in
Implementing a workplace wellness program is good business. As an employer, giving employees the opportunity to learn about and choose healthy behaviors is one of the most important things you can do to lower costs.
When Heat Stress Strikes
When Heat Stress Strikes
On 18 Aug 2015, in

Your body normally cools itself by sweating. During hot weather, especially with high humidity, sweating just isn't enough. Your body temperature can rise to dangerous levels and you can develop a heat-related illness, which can become serious or even deadly if unattended.
BarnesCare Certified DOT Medical Examiners Keep Drivers Healthy and Safe
On 18 Aug 2015, in

BarnesCare, the St. Louis leader in providing Department of Transportation (DOT) medical examinations for over 25 years, is pleased to have the following certified medical examiners listed on the National Registry.
BarnesCare Tests for Synthetic Drug Use
BarnesCare Tests for Synthetic Drug Use
On 18 Aug 2015, in
Despite their dangerous effects, the use of synthetic or “designer” drugs has been growing in Missouri and around the country. Synthetic marijuana, commonly called “K2,” “K3” and “Spice,” as well as a stimulant marketed as “bath salts,” pose an immediate and serious threat in the workplace. In an effort to prevent their use, drug testing laboratories have developed technology to detect metabolites of each compound. This testing is available at BarnesCare.

On-Site Health Screenings Promote Wellness
On-Site Health Screenings Promote Wellness
On 18 Aug 2015, in

Health screenings are a key component in a wellness program. Workplace screenings help employees learn and understand key health measurements and risks. They can be a great way to kick off a new wellness initiative. Screenings can also be provided as an annual offering to engage employees and remind them that their health is important to your organization. 
Be Ergonomically Correct
Be Ergonomically Correct
On 17 Aug 2015, in

Be Ergonomically Correct

Ergonomics looks at what kind of work you do, what tools you use and your whole job environment to find the best fit between you and your job conditions.
Create a Culture of Health in Your Workplace
Create a Culture of Health in Your Workplace
On 17 Aug 2015, in

From the time your employees' feet hit the floor in the morning, the demands of the day just keep piling on. In addition to their job responsibilities, some may feel overloaded by household duties, family obligations and financial strain. It’s no wonder that for many, a home-cooked, balanced meal or a stop at a local gym may not be high on their priority list at the end of the day.
BJC Community Benefit Enhances Our Community's Health
BJC Community Benefit Enhances Our Community's Health
On 17 Aug 2015, in
Encouraging an active lifestyle and healthy eating for the young and old.
Got Water?
Got Water?
On 17 Aug 2015, in

Water is one of the most important nutrients in our bodies. Blood is mostly water and muscles, lungs and brain contain a lot of water too. It makes up approximately 70 percent of our muscles and about 75 percent of our brains.
Kibby Named Chief Medical Officer of BarnesCare
Kibby Named Chief Medical Officer of BarnesCare
On 17 Aug 2015, in

Tom Kibby, MD, MPH, FACOEM, CIME, has been named chief medical officer of BarnesCare. Dr. Kibby has worked with BarnesCare since 2007 and has over 24 years of experience working in occupational medicine. “Dr. Kibby has worked closely with area employers providing expert care and consultation in workplace health and safety,” says Pat Venditti, executive director of BJC Corporate Health Services. “As chief medical officer, he will continue to focus on improving our quality of care and advancing our strategic vision.”
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