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A ventilator is also known as a breathing machine or a respirator, which is a medical device that helps patients breathe when they are not able to do it themselves. It gently pushes air into the lungs and lets air exit naturally, as if the patient was doing it themselves. Any time someone is undergoing […]

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Germs are all around us—they’re unavoidable. No matter how hard we clean and scrub, we’ll always come into contact with germs. There are a few simple things you can do, however, to limit the damage they can cause. First, you must know the dirtiest places you encounter on a daily basis. Once you know these places, […]

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Whether you’re a homeowner shoveling your driveway or a professional tower climber working in extremely cold conditions, winter can impact a person’s health in unexpected ways. Dehydration, in particular, is one of the most common afflictions brought on by the harsh winter months. Though it’s thought that dehydration is only due to the harsh heat of […]

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If you work at a job where you spend a considerable amount of time sitting at a desk, giving your health the attention it deserves can be difficult. Somehow, it can be physically exhausting to spend the majority of your day stationary, whether you’re working on a computer or making sales calls. It’s important that […]

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The summer sun is great for anyone’s mood, but when it comes to your heart, this time of year can pose some major threats. Be wary of possible signs of heart disease, and help keep those medical issues at bay with these summer heart health tips. Stay Hydrated Proper hydration is essential throughout the entire year, but […]

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There’s a notable difference between indoor and outdoor air. Ultimately, we spend a considerable amount of our time inside, so we want to do everything possible to optimize the quality of the air inside our own homes. Follow our list of tips on how to improve indoor air quality in a way that will elevate your standard […]

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The workplace is a hub for sickness—numerous people, many of whom take public transportation, coexist in the same space for the majority of their week. Sharing a communal space encourage germs to spread at a much quicker pace. And unfortunately, many employees can’t afford to get sick due to limited PTO and available sick days. […]

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Authentication Biometrics is the process by which a person’s unique physical traits are detected and recorded by an electronic device or system as a means of confirming identity. All sworn members of the Chicago Fire Department have been activated in the City of Chicago’s biometrics program. The program was effective October 1, 2012 at 0800 […]

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