Published each Monday, the Tork Weekly Reader brings you key stories in sustainability, foodservice, healthcare and hygiene from across the Web. Obama’s second term brings healthcare overhaul. Citizens of the United States expect to see changes take place as President Obama is sworn to office for the second time. According to CNN, “Over the next [...]
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In the midst of one of the worst influenza outbreaks in more than a decade, we now have what scientist Ian Goodfellow calls “the Ferrari of the virus world” to worry about. Norovirus is the most common form of gastroenteritis — inflammation of the stomach and intestines — which causes violent and projectile vomiting, diarrhea, [...]
Read more →Published each Monday, the Tork Weekly Reader brings you key stories in sustainability, foodservice, healthcare and hygiene from across the Web. Get vaccinated to prevent infection. There’s a rush to get flu vaccinations as the number of influenza cases continue to rise. According to CNN, “the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, flu vaccine makers [...]
Read more →It’s no surprise that gym memberships rise as folks start working toward their New Year’s resolutions for healthier lifestyles. A CouponCabin.com survey revealed that 65 percent of U.S. adults had planned on making fitness-related New Year’s resolutions for this year. Unfortunately, more traffic at the health club brings a higher risk for cross-contamination and the [...]
Read more →We are already well into flu season, but don’t think influenza will pass you by if you haven’t contacted it already. The peak months for the flu are February and March, and it’s not too late to get a flu shot. But remember: it takes 2 weeks for the benefits of the flu shot to [...]
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It’s that time of the year when we reflect on our past, and more importantly, look forward to the new year. According to Statistic Brain, 45 percent of Americans usually make New Year’s resolutions. Whether it’s being more productive, social or organized, it’s important you remain mindful of your health. Thus, as you define your [...]
Read more →As the year wraps up, finding time to visit the doctor can be difficult for employees who have their plate full and holidays around the corner. Businesses need to be mindful of employees’ health and take the right precautions to ensure employees are well cared for. According to a report by the National Business Group [...]
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It’s that time of the year when family and friends take over the house and we gorge on turkey and mash potatoes. The vast amount of food prepped for Thanksgiving raises the chances of potential kitchen blunders – and we don’t mean burnt turkey or soggy mash potatoes. Millions of Americans get sick from foodborne [...]
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In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, East Coast residents are still suffering from the widespread power outages, property damage and the emotional toil a deadly storm leaves in its wake. To help with relief efforts, SCA is making a $50,000 donation to the American Red Cross and will match employee donations dollar-for-dollar.
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Whether your next trip is for business or pleasure, one thing is for sure: airport traffic will escalate over the next couple of months with travelers taking off for the holidays. That means our exposure to germs and infectious diseases will increase significantly as we navigate those busy airports.
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