10 signs you might need a mental health day
Feeling drained, overwhelmed, or irritable? These and others are signs you might need a mental health day to recharge and stay at your best.
Lifestyle & Health
Healthy burger alternatives for general contractors that don’t compromise on flavor
Healthier beef burger swaps often include leaner meats, less salt, and low-fat condiments, like the California burger or the burger salad.
Gas happens in construction: 5 signs you might need a probiotic supplement
Digestive discomfort, a poor diet, and antibiotic use are a few signs you should consider adding a probiotic supplement to your diet.
9 sugar swaps every construction professional should know for better health
Sugar swaps like raw honey and monk fruit offer several health benefits, such as lowering CVD risk from high sugar intake—but only in moderation.
WSIB expands mental health coverage for employees
WSIB recently expanded mental health coverage for insured workers through its program, giving them more access to mental health treatment.
What all men should know about prostate health
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men, but eating clean, maintaining a healthy weight, and knowing your risk are simple ways to support prostate health.
Construction workers and addiction
Drug use among construction workers is higher than in most other occupations—and construction overdose deaths top any industry.
UTHH top picks: Best collagen supplements for skilled laborers for a healthier body
Collagen plays an important role in joint and bone health, muscle, and gut health. Vital Proteins and Further Food are two of our favorite collagen…
What the old folks taught us: 6 tips for longevity in the building industry
Daily walks, eating healthy, being socially active, and getting into nature are simple tricks learned from our elders to increase longevity.
10 steps construction companies can take to save lives
Trade workers are at the highest risk of death by suicide. Implementing early, mid, and late tactics are simple ways companies can provide support and…
Why trade unions are crucial for battling mental health issues
Construction workers face four times higher suicide rates and rampant substance abuse, placing more pressure on employers to step up.
Should skilled trades workers be taking collagen peptides?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and is essential to maintain the health and structure of skin, hair, tendons, and joints.
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