As the summer sun begins to wane and the leaves on the trees take on their autumn hues, the first Monday in September marks a significant day on the American calendar – Labor Day. This annual holiday, celebrated with barbecues, parades, and a sense of leisure, pays tribute to the incredible contributions of the American workforce. This Labor Day we take a look at the history of the holiday, review data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, highlight our Talent Tuesday column from Health IT Answers, and hopefully find some inspiration to reflect and remember what it’s all about in the first place.
Labor Day 2025: From the US Bureau of Labor
Labor Day 2025: Facts, Meaning & Founding
Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September. It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894. Read all about the history of Labor Day in this article from History.com.
Health IT Answers’ Talent Tuesday
Every Tuesday on HealthITAnswers.net don’t miss the weekly column on all thing workforce. News from who was hired, who is hiring, to thought leadership articles on the healthcare workforce.
Staying Safe Around Labor Day
Just in time for Labor Day weekend Labor Day the American Red Cross offers five safety steps to take now before summer ends and the busy fall season starts.
