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It’s not unusual to feel a mid-day slump at work. If you’ve been investigating ways to combat your fatigue, you’ve likely found numerous sources that recommend recharging your batteries with caffeine, a brisk walk down the hall, or maybe a mid-day snack.
If exposure to UV light causes your lupus symptoms to worsen, you’re not alone. In fact, there is even a connection between lupus and fluorescent lights.
Read moreLupus and Fluorescent Lights: Stop Lupus Flare-ups at Work
Everyone knows how important it is to take care of yourself, but people usually put emphasis on physical health. You’ve likely seen plenty of ads discussing the benefits of working out regularly and eating right. And while that’s important, mental health is equally important for a healthy, happy life.
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Are your office lights draining employees will to work? Does fatigue set-in during the afternoon? Poor lighting can directly impact workers health and productivity.
Read moreAre Productivity and Morale Down in Your Office? Take a Look at Your Lights
Natural light is the key ingredient for ergonomic lighting design. If your office space has a lack of natural light, you can still make some simple improvements that will pay big dividends.
Read moreEight Ergonomic Lighting Design Tips For Offices With No Windows
Most people are aware of the importance of protecting their skin from the damaging effects of the sun. We accept that the sun’s UV rays cause premature aging, skin damage, and increase our risk of developing skin cancer.
While a good percentage of us are diligent about protecting our skin while basking in direct sunlight, we feel protected from the effects of UV radiation while indoors.
Read moreLupus Photosensitivity: Fluorescent Lighting Can Intensify Symptoms and Trigger Flares
Teachers have a considerable amount of influence over their classroom environment. Some teachers pay closer attention to the details of their environment that others commonly overlook, including the negative impact of fluorescent lighting in the classroom.
Read moreLighting Matters: The Top 7 Ways Classroom Lighting Can Affect Teachers
While there are many medications to treat migraine pain, or reduce the frequency of episodes, medical intervention alone is unlikely to prevent them. Doctors commonly advise people living with migraines to avoid their migraine triggers, the environmental stimuli that send symptoms into overdrive.
Read moreMigraines at Work: Recognizing and Resolving Triggers