We report recent happenings and development in the world of safety.
The first cases of Avian Flu have been confirmed at Wahiawa Duck Rescue. According to the owner of a Wahiawa duck rescue, she initially believed her animals had been poisoned when it was first found at her organization. This one duck rescue has resulted in an astounding amount of bird deaths. Thirteen wild zebra birds … Read more
Researchers claim that an experimental vaccination has demonstrated potential in preventing chlamydia, an STD. Lab mice given the vaccine were able to rapidly clear subsequent chlamydia infections, and were less likely to develop severe infections compared with unvaccinated mice, researchers reported Nov. 11 in the journal npj Vaccines. According to the study’s authors, the vaccination contains … Read more
There has been a rise in Mpox (monkeypox) cases locally, according to Midland Health Services, which is urging people to understand the signs and know what to do if they become infected. Mpox (previously known as monkeypox) is a disease caused by a virus. It usually causes a rash and flu-like symptoms. The rash is similar to … Read more
Occupational Safety Health Injuries and Illnesses Statistics in 2023 The U.S. Department of Labor’s Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health Douglas Parker issued the following statement on the Bureau of Labor Statistics 2023 Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses: “Today’s report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that the rate of recordable workplace injuries … Read more
Next week, a school in Swindon will have to temporarily close due to problems with the hot water supply. Over the weekend, East Wichel Community Primary School and Nursery sent a letter to parents and guardians to let them know that the school would not be able to open on November 18 due to “challenges … Read more
In 45 states, the Navajo Nation, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, MSHA has awarded more than $10.5 million in grants to state departments, agencies, and state-supported universities and colleges for miner safety and health education. According to a recent release, this funding will support essential training and re-training initiatives targeting miners in diverse … Read more
The Advanced Safety Certificate® Scholarship for Veterans is a new scholarship program that has been announced by the National Safety Council, the nation’s top nonprofit safety advocate. People who served in the military can earn the highly rated NSC Advanced Safety Certificate program for free through this scholarship program. It connects individuals to other seasoned … Read more
Enhancing the health, safety, livelihoods, and general well-being of those who work and reside in these mining communities is the goal of the project, which is led by the International Occupational Medicine Society Collaborative (IOMSC) and funded by the Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM). According to World Bank estimates, 100 million people (1) labor in … Read more
A new World Health Organization (WHO) study published today in eBioMedicine names 17 pathogens that regularly cause diseases in communities as top priorities for new vaccine development. The WHO study is the first global effort to systematically prioritize endemic pathogens based on criteria that included regional disease burden, antimicrobial resistance risk and socioeconomic impact. The study reconfirms … Read more
To promote safety for small businesses nationwide, the National Safety Council is pleased to announce a new collaboration with the U.S. Small Business Administration. Through this new partnership, both groups will be able to provide small businesses with customized safety tools, such as workshops, training courses, and best practice recommendations. Additionally, NSC members will have … Read more