For many people in the trades, years of working outdoors can result in significant ultraviolet exposure. Performing regular skin self-exams can help you recognize changes early, when skin cancer is often easier to treat.

As UV Safety and Skin Cancer Awareness Month continues, RUGGED Mind and Body is sharing education, resources, and practical tips from trusted sources to help trades professionals protect their health.

Many trades professionals spend hours outdoors where UV exposure is unavoidable, making sun protection an important part of the workday.

As Men's Health Month concludes, RUGGED Mind and Body continues to share education, resources, and practical strategies from trusted health organizations to support the well-being of trades professionals.

As Men's Health Month continues, RUGGED Mind and Body is sharing education, resources, and practical tips from trusted sources to help trades professionals take care of their health. 

Throughout the month, RUGGED Mind and Body will be sharing education, resources, and practical tips from established sources to help trades professionals take care of their physical and mental health.

Professionals in the trades industry perform physically demanding work that involves strength, endurance and sustained concentration.

AI tools are becoming more common and can offer quick, private support during a busy workday. For trades professionals working under pressure and tight schedules, that convenience may be appealing. However, AI is not a mental health professional, and understanding its limits is important.

The third article in this series looks at breaking the stigma around mental health and why conversations in the trades matter.

Read on for practical information and tips tradespeople can apply in their daily work and life.