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Inside the December Issue |
Workplace Mental Health is Important
Mental health is an important component
of overall well-being and is equally as vital
as physical health for all employees. Mental
health concerns due to work have the
potential to adversely impact an employee's
social interactions, productivity,
performance, and absenteeism.
Stress affects people in a variety of
ways such as muscle tension, headaches,
stomach discomfort, high blood pressure,
and heart disease. Ignoring workplace
stress can have lasting harmful effects on
individuals, families, co-workers, and
communities.
Traumatic Events
Sometimes a shocking, scary, or dangerous
experience can be so intense that
it can have an emotional, cognitive, behavioral,
and physical impact on a person. Some examples of traumatic events that
can happen in workplaces are:
• Explosions or chemical releases;
• Building, crane, or other equipment collapses;
• Co-workers being injured or dying on
the job;
• Abuse or assault of a co-worker or
client.
It is normal to feel terrified during and
after a traumatic event. This is part of the
body’s “fight or flight” response to possible
danger. Traumatic events can happen
to workers in all industries.
After experiencing a traumatic event
people may:
• Feel anxious, sad, or angry;
• Have terrifying thoughts or flashbacks;
• Have recurring nightmares;
• Be confused or unable to clearly;
• Have a hard time falling and asleep;
• Frighten easily.
If these symptoms continue long after
the event or affect day-to-day life, they
can be signs of acute stress disorder, or
post-traumatic stress disorder. Both require
professional help to address.
Substance Use Disorder
Substance use disorder is a persistent
desire for substances even in the face of
negative consequences. Some people
come to rely on opioids, stimulants, alcohol,
or other substances even when the
substances cause harm. People may develop
a dependence on drugs, including
prescription medications, and alcohol for
many reasons, including the presence of
other mental health conditions, chronic
pain, or injuries. Regardless of the underlying
reason, substance use disorder can
be treated and controlled.
Suicide
Suicide can touch anyone, anywhere, at
any time. But it is not inevitable. Help is
available.
According to the CDC:
• More than 12 million adults seriously
think about suicide each year.
• More than 3 million adults make a plan
to commit suicide each year.
• More than 1 million adults attempt suicide
each year.
• More than 48,000 people die by suicide
in the United States each year. Full story »
today's News
JLG Releases New Whitepaper, “Automating Job Sites with IoT”
MCCONNELLSBURG, PA -- JLG Industries, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, announces the release of its newest industry whitepaper, Automating Job Sites with IoT: How JLG® ClearSky Smart Fleet™ Simplifies Complex Operations.
The AHA names Chicago Changemaker as National Leaders of Impact Winner
DALLAS, TX -- In the United States, more than 350,000 sudden cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital every year, and 90 percent of them are fatal.[1] In an effort to save more lives, Laura Merrick, winner of the American Heart Association’s 2025 national Leaders of Impact™ campaign and Chicago health information leader.
Mistakes at work due to stress, research finds
CARDIFF, UK -- According to new research, over half of Brits (52.6 percent) are making mistakes at work due to stress, and 1 in 4 Brits have rung in sick at least once due to how stressed they’re feeling.
FGIA 2026 Events, Locations Announced
SCHAUMBURG, IL -- The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has formalized its 2026 conference and regional events schedule, beginning with the FGIA 2026 Annual Conference taking place March 2-5 in Huntington Beach, California. Registration for this event will open on Dec. 16, 2025.
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CCOHS and ICOHPS Sign MOU to Enrich Workplace Safety
CREE NATION, SK -- The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) and the Indigenous Centre for Occupational Health and Public Safety (ICOHPS) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to work together to enrich health and safety in Indigenous communities in Canada.
