Work Life Shoulder Stretch Push your shoulders backwards, then up towards your ears, then forward to make circles. Repeat 3 to 5 times. Do it again in the other direction. Neck Rolls Touch your chin to chest. Slide your chin from shoulder to shoulder until you feel looser. Finger Fan Spread the fingers of both […]
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Work Life The health of the U.S. economy depends on healthy and productive workers. Workers’ health depends on what they do (or don’t do) on and off the job. General Guidelines * Practice good health habits. This helps you be healthy and alert at work. * Follow your doctor’s treatment plan for conditions you have.
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Financial Health Smart use of credit cards can help you control costs and your credit score. Using a credit card is safer than carrying cash, makes it easier to track your expenses, and helps you establish credit. And you need a credit card to make purchases online or by phone. But be careful with credit
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Financial Health It’s never too early or too late. Whether you are in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or even your 60s, plan for your retirement. Research shows that people who think about and plan for retirement save more than those who don’t. Add up all sources of monthly income. * Social Security. Find out how
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Financial Health Invest in your future. Money doesn’t grow on trees, but it can grow when you save and invest it wisely. First, identify what you want to save for: * Emergency funds? (Plan for three to six months of expenses.) Holiday expenses? Vacations? A house? College for your kids? Retirement? * Rank order your
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Financial Health Manage and minimize misuse of your personal information Consumers lose billions of dollars every year to crooks who steal their identity and money through fraud. Avoid becoming a victim. Keep your personal information safe and secure: * Put your Social Security card, Medicare card, military ID, and passport in a secure place, unless
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Work Life You can get burnout from work or anything that takes more energy than you can give. Burnout is not a one-time event. It builds up over time. To prevent burnout: * Reduce long work hours, if you can. * Delegate tasks at work and at home to lessen your load. * Take regular
Work Life Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) affect muscles, tendons, nerves, joints, ligaments, cartilage, and discs in the spine. They do not result from slips, falls, or similar accidents. Common Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) are low back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendonitis. These are caused by: * Repeating the same motion. This can result in Repetitive
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Work Life Most workplace injuries can be prevented. What you need to do depends on the job you do and the hazards you are exposed to. Your place of work may have certain standards and safety measures. Some are set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Know and follow your workplace’s safety rules.
