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The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Menstrual Health at Work

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Women are already historically neglected when it comes to medical care … We know that the history of biomedical research has a long history of misogyny… [The study] really kind of exploits that systemic frustration,” explains immunologist and microbiologist Andrea Love, Ph.D., Why should menstrual health matter to employers?

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Develop a Leader’s Mind

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And as founder of the Amen Clinics, I apply brain imaging science to clinical psychiatric practice, helping people overcome depression, brain injury and other debilitating issues through rediscovering brain health. But as a leader, it is vital that you understand the effect of brain health on your ability to lead.

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6 Commonly Overlooked Tax Deductions to Maximize Your Return

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“Can a dead person deduct medical expenses?” “Can Additionally, self-employed individuals can leverage deductions for home office expenditures and health insurance premiums. Even though medical marijuana is legal in many states, you can’t deduct it as a medical expense or pay for it with your HSA. What about my au pair?”

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The Power of Strong Friendships in Strengthening Well-Being

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Aside from emotional distress, loneliness may lead to health issues that are widespread and terrifying. Our social health helps our physical health. “We We understand physical health is about our bodies. We understand mental health is about our minds. Finding your friends That began to change in 2017.

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Mothers Need Safe Spaces to Breastfeed at Work, and Employers Need to Lead the Charge

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A 2017 study from the International Journal of Women’s Health reported 3 in 4 mothers don’t believe they make enough milk, which can be hard to do if they don’t have sufficient pumping time. She’s also the medical director at Aeroflow Breastpumps and founder of Primrose Newborn Care. “I But parents do need enough time and space.

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Can Starkey’s Latest Hearing Aid Technology Save Conversation?

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While it occurs most often in older adults—according to the World Health Organization, over 25% of people over 60 have some form of hearing loss—hearing challenges are increasing across all generations. The World Health Organization also estimates that almost 2.5 Hearing loss keeps accelerating My hearing loss isn’t unusual.

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Humor in the Workplace: How to Be Funny at Work Without Crossing the Line

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economy up to $187 billion every year between lost productivity and health care and medical costs. A 2017 survey found that 91% of executives believe that a sense of humor is important for career advancement, and 84% feel that people with a good sense of humor do a better job.