February 21, 2018
As a biohazard cleaning company, Aftermath cares about your health. This is why we’ve adopted February as Biohazard Awareness Month. This week, we’re examining the viruses and bacteria that lurk in body fluids, what we call biohazards, and how these bugs can contribute to serious disease and illnesses. The influenza virus, commonly known as “the flu,” […]
February 14, 2018
Though many will be spending this February 14th with a special someone, others will be facing yet another evening alone. As a species, humans require social contact with others in order to thrive. According to the National Institutes of Health, people with stronger social support networks are happier, healthier, and have a lower risk of depression. So how […]
February 7, 2018
We often think of gloves as just something we wear to stay warm, or for odd jobs that might be difficult for bare hands. But gloves are much more than that. They are also one of the most important and common components of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that one can wear on the job. Some […]
February 6, 2018
February is Biohazard Awareness Month. We’re marking the occasion by discussing topics that concern our safety and the risks we experience from bloodborne pathogens and other biohazardous sources. We’re inviting you to help us draw attention to these concerns by donning your own PPE (whether it’s boots, gloves, hard hat or a mask) and sharing your […]
February 2, 2018
In the past decade, considerable progress has been made toward securing protection, rights, and resources for victims of crime. In addition to grassroots efforts by citizens and the victims themselves, organizations like the Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA) have been at the forefront of victims’ rights at both a state and national level. Recently, […]
January 31, 2018
Alamogordo is a small New Mexico town of just over 30,000, situated in the Tularosa Basin of the Chihuahuan Desert. Bordered in the east by the Sacramento Mountains and to the west by White Sands National Monument, it fills the role of county seat for Otero County. Last week, Aftermath representatives traveled to New Mexico to […]
January 29, 2018
Today we speak to Aftermath’s newest supervisor, Filbert Begay of Albuquerque, New Mexico. With an extensive and interesting background that touches on law enforcement, the military, and even the funeral industry, Aftermath is proud to welcome Filbert and the Albuquerque Office to our nationwide team. Home on the Range Filbert grew up on the Navajo […]
January 25, 2018
Much like the spring season itself, our lives can be tumultuous. According to a recent study conducted by the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 16.1 million adults aged 18 or older, or over 6% of the US population, have suffered at least one major depressive episode in the last year. Factually speaking, an […]
January 19, 2018
During the summer, it’s almost impossible to escape heat warnings and persistent reminders to check on aging family and neighbors. However, in the rush of the holidays, we may forget that winter presents its own dangers. Freezing temperatures, difficult weather conditions, and the challenges of mental and physical well-being are doubly difficult for the elderly. […]
January 15, 2018
Last week, as the nation celebrated National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, Aftermath had the pleasure of visiting with Rocky Galassini, organizer of the Otero County Law Enforcement Appreciation Committee. OCLEAC is concerned with the well-being of certified law enforcement officers in the Otero County, New Mexico area. The group’s year-round efforts serve as a great inspiration […]