What to do if You are Injured on the Job

Most people do not expect to get injured while at work, but thousands of work accidents happen each year. These accidents and injuries leave people without a way to support their families financially. If you are injured at your workplace, you might wonder what steps you should take to protect yourself now and in the future.

The first thing you should do is obtain first aid and any other medical treatment. The health care provider that treats you should be authorized to do so by the Workers’ Compensation Board unless the situation is an emergency.

Notify your work supervisor about your injury and explain how it happened. This should be done as soon as possible. If an injured employee fails to notify his employer in writing within thirty days after the accident date, he may lose his rights to workers’ compensation benefits.

The cost of medical services is paid by the employer’s insurance carrier or by the employer when the case is not disputed. Be certain that you have adequate knowledge regarding where certain services such as diagnostic tests should be performed. Additionally, there might be specific pharmacies that are in the network where prescriptions can be filled. Don’t make assumptions about where you should and shouldn’t receive care. If your assumptions are poor, you might forfeit your right to receive financial medical reimbursement.

If it seems like the employer is not cooperating on the financial end, you might consider getting yourself an attorney. An attorney will ensure that your rights are protected. It is very important that you follow all directions from physicians completely. Take care of yourself exactly that way that is prescribed. If the doctor makes a recommendation about not doing certain tasks at work, get that recommendation in writing, and give a copy of the statement to your supervisor.

Employers are required to provide a healthy and safe environment for their employees. Sometimes employers fail to do this, and as a result, employees are injured. Many times employees are injured even when every attempt has been made to keep the work environment safe. No matter what the situation, it’s important to be aware of the workers’ rights while on the job, as no one wants to find himself injured and without a way to provide for his loved ones.

You can find competent, quality physician help for job injury care in San Diego area. Please visit the website for information on this and other topics.

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The Benefits of Drug Testing Your Employees

Businesses who don’t test their employees for drugs will likely see absenteeism, an increase in turnover, employee fraud and theft and regulatory compliance issues. Research has shown that substance abusers are about 33 percent less productive and actually cost their employers about $7,000 annually. Here are some reasons for why drug testing is beneficial.

1. Fewer Accidents

There will be fewer accidents and mistakes in the workplace because employees aren’t working while impaired.

2. Decrease in Absenteeism and Increased Productivity

You will see a marked decrease in absenteeism, problems with supervisors and theft on the job. Productivity, competitiveness and employee moral will be increased.

3. Workers’ Compensation Benefits

Any employee who loses his job after a positive drug test may forfeit his eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits. If an injured employee refuses a drug test, he too, could lose workers’ compensation eligibility. Finally, on a post accident drug test where the employee tests positive, he will likely not be entitled to receive benefits from workers’ compensation.

These are some of the practical reasons for implementing drug-testing policies in the workplace. Drug screening in San Diego is worth the effort and will likely save your business money by increasing its efficiency. Please visit the website for additional information on this topic.

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Wound Care Before Urgent Care

Here are three things to do to take care of your wound before going to an urgent care facility.

1. Clean the Wound

The most effective way to clean a scrape, cut or puncture would is with cool water. Run cool water over the wound. Use a soft washcloth and soap to clean the skin, trying your best to keep soap out of the wound. Sanitized tweezers can be used to remove dirt from the wound.

2. Bleeding

Bleeding actually helps to clean out the wound. Most small scrapes and cuts won’t bleed for a long amount of time. Using a clean cloth, apply firm but gentle pressure to stop the bleeding. If the blood soaks through, don’t take the cloth off. Keep applying more gauze or additional cloths of top of what is already in place and keep applying pressure.

3. Do I Need a Bandage?

Don’t cover the wound if it’s in an area that won’t get dirty or rubbed. Leaving the wound uncovered will help it to stay dry and heal quickly. If it is in an area that can get dirty, cover it with an adhesive bandage.

Once you have taken these steps, go to an injury care facility in San Diego if the wound appears to need professional care, visit this website.

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Three Signs of a Possible Unhealthy Heart

Most people know the general signs for a heart attack. However, research now suggests that there are signs that can alert you before your heart has trouble. When the heart starts to fail, the symptoms can manifest in different parts of the body. Here are some surprising signs that your heart might be unhealthy.

1. Sexual Problems

Cardiologists know, but the average male doesn’t know that erectile dysfunction is an early tip-off to heart disease. Visit the doctor to investigate whether or not your problem has an underlying cardiovascular issue.

2. Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Does your partner snore loudly enough to keep you up at night?  If yes is your answer, he may be suffering from restricted breathing while sleeping. Those with snoring and sleep apnea problems are often found to have three times the risk of having a heart attack within five years.

3. Sore and Bleeding Gums

Swollen, sore and bleeding gums are definite signs of periodontal disease, but they can also indicate early signs of cardiovascular disease. Experts now know that poor circulation caused from heart disease can be an underlying cause of periodontal disease.

If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these symptoms, it could be beneficial to receive cardiac testing in San Diego.