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As an NSC member, you are on a Journey to Safety Excellence – but are you taking advantage of the free resources on the Journey website?

Sheffield, England – The risk of bladder cancer is rising in some occupations, a review of research from the University of Sheffield indicates.

The National Safety Council recently announced a new partner for the Journey to Safety Excellence campaign: The Metal Service Center Institute will be sponsoring the initiative as part of a broader effort to improve safety in the metals industry.

Washington – Drugged driving is on the rise – nearly matching drunk driving in the number of fatal crashes – according to a recent study from the Governors Highway Safety Association and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility.

Los Angeles – A new resource offers guidance to employers about how to develop and maintain effective workplace wellness and health promotion programs.

Columbus, OH – Zip-lining is booming in popularity across much of the country. However, injuries related to the activity also are on the rise.

The Campbell Institute at the National Safety Council has issued a white paper detailing “a simple but comprehensive lifecycle approach that can be used to manage all stages of contractor relationships.”

The National Safety Council has formally unveiled a far-reaching effort to help drivers stay safe.

Washington – When her organization discusses sports safety and concussions, Safe Kids Worldwide President and CEO Kate Carr often hears many of the same questions from parents: What exactly is a concussion? How is the severity of concussion measured? When is it OK for children with concussions to return to play?

Atlanta – Fatal and nonfatal injuries cost the United States $671 billion in 2013, according to two reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.