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Being active can add years to your life no matter your genes, researchers say

Adding physical activity to your daily routine could lead to a longer life – regardless of genetic predisposition, say researchers at the University of California, San Diego.

Night shift workers with high blood pressure face a host of health problems: study

Changsha, China — Night shift workers who have high blood pressure may be at increased risk of developing heart disease and diabetes, or experiencing a stroke, results of a recent study show.

Last chance to share your expertise at the 2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo

Itasca, IL — Safety practitioners and industry experts: Are you looking for an opportunity to share your knowledge? The National Safety Council is seeking presenters for its 2023 NSC Spring Safety Conference & Expo.

Workers’ comp case makes its way to Nebraska Supreme Court

Lincoln, NE — A corrections worker who was injured during a self-defense training course wasn’t wrongfully terminated after her injury left her with permanent work restrictions, the Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled.
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A stronger California heat stress rule could guide federal efforts: report

Washington — Enhancing California’s workplace heat standard could better protect workers in the state and guide current federal rulemaking on heat stress prevention, a new report from the Natural Resources Defense Council suggests.

Walking and biking to school can have ‘a lasting impact’ on kids’ health, researchers say

Kids who walk, bike or skateboard to school are more likely to continue this healthy habit as they grow up, results of a recent study show.

New from NSC: ‘Using Computer Vision as a Risk Mitigation Tool’

Itasca, IL — A new white paper from the National Safety Council shows how computer vision technology can be used to protect workers from serious injury and death.

OSHA, pipeline safety agency seek input for UN meetings on GHS, transport of hazardous goods

Washington — OSHA has scheduled a virtual public meeting for Nov. 16 in advance of the 43rd session of the United Nations Sub-Committee of Experts on the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals.
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As slip and fall fatalities continue to occur, MSHA focuses on fall protection

Arlington, VA — Fatalities resulting from a slip and fall account for 12% of total miner deaths this year to date – more than twice the percentage reported in 2021, a recent analysis by the Mine Safety and Health Administration shows.

Adjustable gown comes out on top in NIOSH Protective Clothing Challenge

Washington — A self-conforming personal protective gown that adapts to different body types has earned first prize in the NIOSH Protective Clothing Challenge.

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