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Press Release The Woodlands, TX – April 1, 2020 – Axiom Medical, a leading incident case management and occupational health services provider in North America, announced today the tremendous impact their Rapid Response Contagious Respiratory Illness Assessment (CRIA) Program is making in the battle against coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace.  Since the official program launch Read More »

Miss the COVID-19 Workplace Town Hall LIVE event?  No worries!  We have highlighted several of the questions and answers, provided by Dr. Scott Cherry, Axiom Medical’s Chief Medical Officer. Returning to Work Question:  Mark asked, “If a person tests positive for COVID-19, when are they cleared to return to work?” Answer:  You want to utilize Read More »

As coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread, telehealth is an increasingly valuable tool in the fight against the spread of infection within the workplace. Exposed or potentially exposed employees have access to the care they need, helping to mitigate the spread of illness without sacrificing the quality of care. Here’s a closer look at why telemedicine Read More »

Dear Valued Client, Given our position as a leading provider of Occupational Health services and a trusted advisor to our clients and their employees, as you would expect we have been closely monitoring the information available from credible sources on the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation. Many clients have reached out to us for advice and support Read More »

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to spread around the globe including the United States, employers are actively seeking solutions to prevent the spread of disease.  Given the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person, now is the time to understand and address frequently asked questions about respirators and Read More »

With the coronavirus now spreading throughout 22 countries with over 9,900 cases and over 213 deaths as of this publication date, employers in the United States are faced with multiple questions.  What is the threat to the U.S workforce?  How is the virus transmitted?  How can we protect employees? Understanding the Coronavirus According to the Read More »

When an injury occurs in the workplace, having access to the needed supplies to appropriately treat an injury can mean the difference between being a help or a hindrance!  But what are you responsible for supplying as an employer?  And, what should be included in a first aid kit?  We’re glad you asked!  We access Read More »

Employees are a crucial resource in any business. As recommended by the CDC, there are steps you can take now, and during the flu season, to help protect the health of your employees. 10 Tips for Preventing the Spread of Flu Encourage all employees to get a seasonal flu vaccine each fall. CDC recommends everyone 6 months Read More »

Opioid misuse and overdose deaths from opioids are serious health issues in the United States. Overdose deaths involving prescription and illicit opioids doubled from 2010 to 2016, with more than 42,000 deaths in 2016. Anyone at a workplace, including workers, clients, customers, and visitors, is at risk of overdose if they use opioids. As overdose Read More »

As the use of e-cigarettes grows, employers are faced with a new question: Are e-cigs safe in the workplace? E-cigarettes (or electronic cigarettes) are any electronic device that can be used to deliver nicotine or other substances to the person inhaling from the device. They come in many shapes and sizes and may look like Read More »