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Register by Sept. 9 to save $125 off admission fees for the 2016 NSC Congress & Expo, set to take place Oct. 15-21 in Anaheim, CA.

Washington – A total of 35,092 people died in traffic-related incidents in 2015 – up 7.2 percent from 32,744 the previous year and the largest one-year percentage increase in nearly 50 years, according to data released Aug. 29 by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association.

Fort Washington, PA – Although an overwhelming majority of Americans feel confident when choosing over-the-counter pain relievers, 1 in 5 fail to take safety into account when making their selection, according to the results of a recent survey from the U.S. Pain Foundation.

Online voting is underway for the “Best in Show” New Product Showcase Awards – part of the 2016 NSC Congress & Expo, set to take place Oct. 15-21 in Anaheim, CA.

Dallas – Children between the ages of 2 and 18 should consume less than 6 teaspoons – about 25 grams – of added sugars daily, according to newly released recommendations from the American Heart Association.

Washington – NIOSH is scheduled to host an online-only meeting to gather input from the public regarding the effectiveness of the agency’s Center for Motor Vehicle Safety, as well as ideas for the center’s future.

Atlanta – In an effort to improve motor vehicle safety among the workforce, the CDC Foundation offers resources for both workers and employers in the most recent issue of "Business Pulse."

Ensuring workers’ heads and faces are protected from on-the-job hazards is critical.

Join the National Safety Council in Anaheim for the world’s largest annual event for environmental, health and safety professionals. Here are online resources to help you plan and enjoy your trip to the show, or to follow along from home.

Gainesville, FL – High caffeine levels in popular energy drinks may lead to abnormal heart rhythms and other cardiovascular complications in consumers, according to a report from the University of Florida.