High blood pressure puts you at high risk in many ways. In the US, nearly half a million deaths included hypertension as a contributing or primary cause. This condition puts people at higher risks of heart attack, stroke, kidney diseases, heart … [Read more...] about Compensation for Work-Related Stress and Hypertension
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Can I Get Workers’ Compensation for PTSD After a Traumatic Event at Work?
PTSD extends far beyond soldiers who’ve been in combat. Even your job can lead to it. Estimates show that around 70% of adults will experience a traumatic event in their lifetime, and around 20% of them will go on to develop PTSD. People often … [Read more...] about Can I Get Workers’ Compensation for PTSD After a Traumatic Event at Work?
Can I Get Workers Comp for Stress and Anxiety?
If you feel stressed at work, you are not alone. In fact, the American Psychological Association has found that roughly 75% of Americans report having felt moderately or highly stressed at some point in the last month. This stress is usually … [Read more...] about Can I Get Workers Comp for Stress and Anxiety?