Is Your Job Killing You?
Ever wonder what the long term health effects of your occupation may bring you? Here at Haas wellness Centers we focus on prevention and well being. If you are one of the following occupations listen up:
Welder
Machinist
Farmer
Textile Factory/Mill worker
Cosmetologist/ Hair Dresser
Nail Salon Technician
Not only do these jobs require long hours of poor posture positioning, they are slowing exposing the body to harsh chemicals every day. Yes, long term health risks include things like emphysema, COPD, bronchitis, heavy metal toxicity which affects the central nervous system eventually leading to things like parkinsons, alzheimers, and dementia. Smoking, being overweight, and low activity levels increase the risks of getting these diseases. Some subtle signs of heavy metal toxicity building up are:
Chronic fatigue or lack of energy
Dizzy Spells
Headaches
Constant Allergies/Sinus Pressure
Cough that lasts more than 2 weeks
Feeling hot or having cold chills
Thinning hair
Metallic taste in mouth
Dry Skin
Tremors in the hands, fingers, or feet
Foggy brain, hard to concentrate
Short Term Memory Loss
Chronic pain
Inflammation of joints
These are symptoms of heavy metal toxicity !
If you experience 2 or more of the above symptoms call today for a free consultation. Learn what your environment, occupation, and lifestyle hazards are and start the process to enjoy better health for you and your family. (704) 837-2420
http://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/occup_workplace/welder.html
https://www.thefabricator.com/article/safety/welding-fume-health-hazards
Are There Links Between Hazardous Welding Fumes and Brain Damage?
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https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2827098/
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