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Grants will advance research and pilot programs will prevent musculoskeletal disorders.

The EPA now must conduct a regulatory review mandated by a Trump-era executive order.

Through this program, individuals will gain access to the largest contracted network of 8,850+ hearing provider locations throughout the United States

Even as coal mining has shrunk, the potential dangers for people who still work in the field remain high. One in 10 underground coal miners who worked in mines for at least 25 years had black lung, according to a NIOSH report in 2018. In Central Appalachia, one of the main coal mining regions in the U.S., the rate was 1 in 5.

An industrial hygienist who became a medical student discusses why he chose psychiatry and how industrial hygiene helped him succeed in his current path.

High-stakes labs are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI), automation and the Internet of Things (IoT) to meet higher quality assurance standards.

According to the findings, 85% of women report always washing their hands after using a public restroom, compared to just 77% of men. Additionally, women are more likely to wash their hands after being in contact with individuals who are sick. 

Construction sites are at the top of the list of riskiest work environments. The presence of heavy machinery, hazardous materials, and challenging work conditions make construction sites hard to work in and stay safe. 

Understanding the risks associated with fossil fuel production helps to make informed decisions and progress toward a sustainable energy future.