Bimonthly News Update

MUST READ: Report: Weed Legalization More Dangerous for Road Safety Than Previously Believed

As marijuana legalization spreads across the U.S., transportation and road safety organizations are sounding the alarm that driving high is just as dangerous as driving drunk — and much more complicated.

• Overdose Deaths Inflict a Toll on Families, Workplaces, Communities and State Economies

An executive director focuses on the opioid crisis as a health epidemic and how businesses  can respond.

• New Legislation Aims to Clarify Workplace Rules for Medical Marijuana Use in Pa

Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking steps to eliminate confusion over medical marijuana use in the workplace with new legislation aimed at protecting both employees and employers.

• CEO Shares His Story About Dealing with Depression, Addressing Stigma and Changing Workplace Culture on Mental Health and Having Narcan On Site

After Brian Murray became CEO of Ryan Companies in 2018, he doubled down on his commitment to eliminate stigma by being vulnerable and receptive to employee feedback about how to create a safer workplace for others dealing with mental health issues.

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