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NFL Players Tackling Heart Disease

Many football players are essentially paid to be big—really big—especially those whose job is to block or stop the big guys on the other team. There is a good chance that these players weigh in at sizes that are classified as obese as defined by body mass index (BMI). In the general population, high BMI Read More >

January 30, 2012 by Sherry Baron, MD, MPH31 Comments

Cardiovascular Disease, Sports and Entertainment

Cold Stress

Frostbite, hypothermia, trench foot, and chilblains are all illnesses and injuries caused by cold stress. Those working outside or in areas that are poorly insulated or without heat may be at risk for cold stress. There are many steps employers and employees can take to protect workers from cold stress-related injuries and illnesses. Read More >

January 20, 2012 by Brenda Jacklitsch, MS11 Comments

Construction, Outdoor Work

chilblains, cold stress, frostbite, hypothermia, trenchfoot