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?? The Silent Epidemic: Chronic Kidney Disease & Heat Stress ?? Did you know? Type 2 diabetes affects 35 million Americans—85% are diagnosed and receiving care. ???? But chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects 36 million people in the U.S.—yet a staggering 90% are undiagnosed. ??? ?? Why does this matter? CKD is often overlooked, yet it is generally not reversible and has life-altering consequences, especially for workers exposed to extreme heat. Studies show that high-heat environments can accelerate kidney injury, leading to CKD of nontraditional origin. In sectors like construction, agriculture, paving, roofing, and manufacturing, workers are at increased risk. https://lnkd.in/eejyGWw4 At VigiLife, we’re taking action. ?? Through partnerships with La Isla Network (Jason Glaser), we leverage technology and data-driven interventions to advocate for better protections—hydration protocols, rest breaks, and health monitoring. And we recognize leadership from companies like AstraZeneca (Jason Williams) in advancing pharmacological solutions to slow CKD progression. ?? We can no longer ignore this crisis. CKD deserves the same attention as more commonly discussed maladies like diabetes—especially for the workers who keep our world running. Let's bring awareness, prevention, and innovation to protect lives. #ChronicKidneyDisease #HeatStress #OccupationalHealth #WorkerSafety #VigiLife #LaIslaNetwork #AstraZeneca #HealthEquity

?? Heat stress isn’t just about discomfort—it’s about SAFETY and PERFORMANCE. ?? Did you know that workplace injuries, accidents, and fatalities increase as temperatures rise? ??? Even before heat exhaustion or heat stroke sets in, human performance declines in critical ways: ?? Physical labor productivity drops 4% for every 1°C above 27°C (80.6°F). ?? Hearing & signal vigilance loss (e.g., missing alarms) begins at 37.5°C (99.5°F). ?? Motor control & cognitive function (problem-solving, reaction time) decline at 37.9°C (100.2°F). A workforce operating with elevated body temperatures isn’t just at risk—it’s also less productive and more prone to long-term health impacts. ?? ?? Proactive heat safety measures save lives and improve efficiency. Is your organization ready? #HeatStress #WorkerSafety #Productivity #OccupationalHealth #VigiLife ?? Study: High Temperatures Increase Workers’ Injury Risk

?? This powerful visualization from NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s Scientific Visualization Studio makes it clear: global temperatures have been rising for over a century, and the trend is accelerating. Regardless of the causes, organizations must focus on sustainability, adaptation, and resiliency to protect their people and operations in a changing climate. ?? Many wonderful companies are tackling the root causes of our warming world, but there’s also an urgent need for adaptive solutions that help us manage the new reality. ?? At VigiLife, we’re helping businesses safeguard their workforce against rising temperatures with real-time heat stress monitoring and dynamic work-to-rest recommendations. Let’s work together to build a future that is not just sustainable—but also prepared! #Sustainability ?? #Adaptation ?? #Resiliency ??? #ClimateChange ??? #Innovation ?? #TechForGood ?? #HeatStress ??

?? 2024: A Year of Innovation, Impact, and Growth at VigiLife! ?? As we wrap up this incredible year, we’re proud to celebrate the milestones that brought us closer to our mission: to protect and enrich the lives of those at risk. Here’s how we’ve made an impact: ?? Supported the largest-ever (to the best of our knowledge) heat stress technology deployment and study in construction with La Isla Network, Turner Construction Company, and top universities and insurers, such as Indiana University Bloomington and Liberty Mutual Insurance. ?? Won an Garmin Health Award in Prague for using wearable tech to prevent heat-related illnesses. ?? Grew SafeGuard users 10x+ with 50+ deployments across wildfire response, heavy industry, public safety, and agriculture thanks to our fantastic partners and clients (list is thankfully growing too long to tag in a LinkedIn post)! ?? Global recognition: Featured on CBS News, @Fast Company, and AP News for our innovative solutions and transformative impact on worker safety and wellness with progressive and innovative employers like Rogers-O'Brien Construction! ?? Expanded SafeGuard with Trolex and Thermo Fisher Scientific sensors and new features for safety, wellness, and hygiene. Shoutout to existing sensor partners in Garmin, Polar Electro Oy, Apple, ATMO?, RKI Instruments, Inc., Larson Davis, A&D Medical! ?? Our early adopter program now includes 50+ organizations, from pioneering startups to Fortune 500 leaders, empowering them to ensure health & safety, boost productivity & efficiency, and certify corporate responsibility & sustainability. ???? Filed additional patents to strengthen our IP portfolio and prepared for a capital raise to fuel our hypergrowth period! ???? After years in the making and in collaboration with leading innovators across government, industry, and academia, we’re preparing to unveil a revolutionary new product for the most demanding and dangerous environments. This cutting-edge solution will play a critical role—perhaps even intrinsic?one ??—in achieving our vision: to be the premier platform for holistic health & safety optimization for enterprises with at-risk assets. Here’s to a joyful, prosperous, and healthy 2025 for everyone! Be on the lookout for exciting new products, deployments, and partnerships from VigiLife! ???? #VigiLife #Innovation #WorkerSafety #HeatStress #WearableTechnology #2024Highlights #VigilanceOverLife

Such a great resource for those considering the use of physiological monitoring for your heat illnesses and injury prevention programs! ???? CC: Shoutout to Margaret Morrissey-Basler, PhD as project chair!

Even though temperatures are cooling down, safety is always in season! RO is one of 18 companies to win OSHA’s Beat the Heat National Contest this summer. The contest challenged workplaces to showcase how they keep teams safe from heat hazards in both indoor and outdoor environments. We shared the innovative strategies we implement, like cooling stations and the Safeguard Heat Sensors, to prioritize safety. At RO, safety is more than a commitment—it’s the standard we uphold year-round.

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This Veterans Day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the veterans across the nation who have selflessly served our country. We also honor and thank the veterans within our staff and among our partners and clients for their dedication, leadership, and sacrifice. ?? Thank you for your courage and devotion. We are proud to stand with you today and every day. ?? #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #Gratitude

VigiLife and our partners at La Isla Network are committed to safeguarding workers against climate-driven heat risks—because prevention saves lives and cuts costs. Thank you to Fast Company and the Health Action Alliance for their advocacy in highlighting this urgent need! ?? Here’s the impact: ? Without action, heat-induced productivity loss costs U.S. businesses $100B/year ?? ? Prevention works: La Isla Network’s recent program, which leverages physiological measurement and intervention, reduced injuries by 72% and boosted productivity by 20%! ?? ?? VigiLife’s Solution: ? Real-time heat monitoring with wearables via its SafeGuard platform provides insights for smarter health, compliance, and productivity management Let’s build a workforce that’s climate-resilient and ready to thrive! #WorkerSafety #HeatProtection #VigiLife #ClimateResilience #LaIslaNetwork #FutureOfWork

??? Did You Know? ??? Excessive heat stress is a growing global crisis, impacting workers across diverse industries and geographies . ?? According to the International Labour Organization (ILO) and a recent United Nations press release: ?? 23 million workplace injuries are caused by heat exposure every year. ?? As temperatures rise above 34°C (93.2°F), labor productivity drops by 50%. ?? By 2030, heat stress is expected to cost the global economy $2.4 trillion — a staggering increase from $280 billion in the mid-1990s. Fortunately, we're working with industry, academic, and government partners to develop solutions that empower safe & resilient workplaces while balancing the realities of doing business in essential industries! ?? #HeatStress #WorkerSafety #SustainableWorkforce #ResilientSupplyChains https://lnkd.in/euiw3kkG.