Any Denver resident who has ever spent time in a hospital knows how valuable and important nurses are to the functioning of a medical center. They provide direct care to many patients throughout their shifts, maintaining the courses of treatment…
When most people think of work-related injuries, they think about something drastic. However, workplace-related injuries can occur to anyone anywhere, including those who spend most of their work days behind a desk. In fact, a report from the Bureau of Labor…
Mothers Against Drunk Driving, often referred to by its acronym “MADD,” is an organization that advocates for the end of preventable drunk driving accidents and fatalities. The organization has a presence in Colorado, as well as other states throughout the…
Teaching is often a hard and stressful profession. Many educators deal with students who come from all types of backgrounds, and teachers must develop lesson plans to meet varying learning styles and abilities. But what about on-the-job dangers? The risks…
Individuals who enter the nursing profession often do so out of a desire to help others and serve those who are in need. Many Denver hospitals and doctors’ offices are made better by the kind and considerate care offered by…
It is not uncommon for Colorado residents to find themselves distracted multiple times per day. They may find themselves pulled off of a work task to complete another responsibility, or they may lose their train of thought when an unexpected…
Hit and run accidents are serious crimes. A report from USA Today indicated that the number of fatal hit and runs steadily grew between 2011 and 2013. Nobody wants to be on the receiving end of such collisions. Many people end up…
It may seem to Denver residents that motor vehicle insurance is a pointless expense as long as they stay out of trouble and avoid traffic collisions. Unfortunately, though, even the best drivers cannot keep negligent drivers from crashing into them…
Nurses and other professionals who work in health care face some of the biggest risks when it comes to workplace injuries. Despite efforts from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to reduce the number of health-care employees who get hurt on the…
While there are well-documented risks associated with certain inherently dangerous careers, you tend to hear less about the types of injuries and health issues that can arise when you work in an office environment. While office-related injuries are less well-publicized,…