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.
Lifestyle & 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.
Why 55% of CEOs are struggling with mental health: Insights and solutions
Leadership loneliness is growing with 52% of CEO’s reporting workplace toxicity and 63% struggling to show empathy.
The lowdown on cold therapy for tradespeople
Better mood, more energy, less pain, and a stronger immune system are just a few health benefits associated with cold therapy.
PTSD rates are high in the construction—let’s talk about it
Post-traumatic stress disorder is common for people who’ve experienced a life-threatening accident. Recognizing the symptoms and seeking treatment is essential.
From numbers to lifelines: Stuart Binstock’s mission to prevent suicide in the construction industry
Stuart Binstock discusses suicide prevention in construction, CIASP’s impact, and changing the industry’s approach to mental health.
How CIASP is working towards a zero-suicide construction industry
Through resources, education, training, and support, CIASP hopes to break the stigma of discussing mental health in construction.
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