August 1, 2004
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A seemingly small safety hazard can turn into a big liability. By learning to recognize potential problems, you can prevent mishaps and create an accident-proof salon.
Keywords: insurance MSDS salon inspections salon safety
December 1, 2003
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Good or bad, odor reveals little about salon air quality. Even if your salon rates "sweet" on the smell scale with employees or clients, depend on more reliable measures than your nose to rate your salon's air quality.
Keywords: air quality healthy working masks OSHA salon odors
November 1, 2003
| Article
While death is an extreme result of stress-related illness, women are particularly susceptible to developing disease in response to stress--from depression and anxiety disorders to abdominal fat and colds.
Keywords: preventing burnout stress time management work life balance
November 1, 2003
| Article
While I am hardly an expert on balancing work and personal life, I know that since I've begun seeking a balance and creating time for family and friends, my life is richer.
Keywords: preventing burnout time management work life balance
December 1, 2002
| News
Is surgery more effective than wearing a splint for carpal tunnel relief? Study shows wearing a magnetic wrist wrap also reduces pain.
Keywords: carpal tunnel syndrome ergonomics working safely
December 1, 2002
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Heeding your body's warning signs may be the best way to avoid carpal tunnel syndrome.
Keywords: As I See It carpal tunnel syndrome
November 1, 2002
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A rash of salon fires reminds salon owners just how much they stand to lose. Knowing the potential fire dangers that exist in your salon and taking steps to curb them, as well as determining what your business is worth and getting good insurance coverage will help prevent a fire in your salon and minimize its effects should the worst come to pass.
Keywords: business tools chemical safety insurance owner issues salon safety
July 1, 2002
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Once viewed as “ New-age alternatives,” massage, acupuncture, and the Alexander techniques are gaining ground as conservative approaches to preventing and alleviating the painful and sometimes debilitating symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Keywords: carpal tunnel syndrome ergonomics massage
March 1, 2002
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It’s known as “the change of life” for good reason. Menopause brings many changes to a woman’s body – and not all are welcome. But there are ways you can make your change for the better.
Keywords: aging nail technicians breast cancer awareness hormones women's health
April 1, 2001
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Heating up acetone in a microwave causes a fire that damages the salon and injures a nail technician.
Keywords: acetone/removal products Doug Schoon
March 1, 2001
| Article
Keywords: nurses and artificial nails
February 1, 2001
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Having a repetitive-motion injury—such as carpal tunnel syndrome—doesn't mean the end of doing nails, but you should make adjustments in your work techniques and see a doctor before the condition gets worse.
Keywords: carpal tunnel syndrome repetitive motion injuries
January 1, 2001
| Article
At some point in her life, one of every four women will suffer a major depression. When feelings of guilt or helplessness weigh heavy and you find yourself tired, irritable, and sad, make sure you're one of the minority of women who gets help.
Keywords: women's health
November 1, 2000
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Research on handwashing techniques in hospitals has found thatthe traditional surgical scrub, where people take a brush or sponge and vigorously wash all the way up the arm, are not only unnecessary, but even counter-productive.
Keywords: handwashing salon sanitation
