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Injury Prevention

Comprehensive Position Statement on Proposed NIOSH Staff Cuts

We, as concerned occupational medicine professionals, strongly oppose the planned reduction of approximately 873 staff members at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)—nearly two-thirds of its workforce—as announced in recent federal restructuring plans. NIOSH’s work has been pivotal over the past decades in safeguarding the health, safety,

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Metrics Matter: How Data Drives Effective Workers’ Comp Interventions

Managing workers’ compensation costs and ensuring employee well-being can be a complex task. Employers can significantly enhance their workers’ comp programs by leveraging data-driven strategies. This article explores how analyzing key metrics can pinpoint intervention opportunities and drive successful outcomes. Five Critical Metrics for Workers’ Comp Success 1. Cost per

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