An unclean cell phone in a hospital undermines infection control practices. A warm phone, that we pick up often and hold to our face, can be a good surface for growing bacteria, according to research conducted in India. Those whose hygiene impacts patients' well-being, should clean their cell phones often.

Full article: http://ohsonline.com/articles/2012/03/01/mobile-phones-in-hospital-settings.aspx

Improved Recovery from Psychological Problems

Employees seeking professional help for depression or anxiety may be back on the job more quickly if return-to-work strategies are incorporated into their therapy.

Full article: http://ohsonline.com/articles/2012/03/05/study-workfocused-psychotherapy-helps-employees-return-to-work-sooner.aspx

FMLA Advisor is Latest in 'elaws' Series

This online resource reflects updated regulations and amendments to the Family and Medical Leave Act. The interactive FMLA Advisor helps clarify which employers are required to provide FMLA leave as well as which employees to take such leave.

Visit the FMLA Advisor: www.dol.gov/elaws/fmla.htm
Visit the elaws Website:http://www.dol.gov/elaws