Uncategorized

Because hand injuries are so prevalent among U.S. workers – 118,170 private-sector injuries in 2011, according to the 2014 edition of the National Safety Council’s “Injury Facts” – glove manufacturers are working to develop products aimed at reducing those numbers.

Fully, 73 percent of respondents to a recent National Safety Council public opinion poll said they support tougher enforcement of laws that ban texting while driving, while only 22 percent said current levels of enforcement are sufficient.

Rochester, MN – Facial hair increases the risk of burns for people who use home oxygen tanks, suggests a new study from the Mayo Clinic.

Silver Spring, MD – Decorative contact lenses can cause serious eye damage if they are not fitted by a doctor, according to a report from the Food and Drug Administration.

Atlanta – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Million Hearts initiative has launched an online resource center that includes lower-sodium, heart-healthy recipes and meal plans.

Join the National Safety Council in San Diego for the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo, set to take place Sept. 13-19.

This week of National Safety Month has focused on putting an end to cell phone-related distracted driving.

Victoria, Australia – Ballet dancers in elite training programs face a greater risk of injury than other adolescent athletes, according to a study from Monash University.

Buffalo, NY – Caffeine may affect adolescent boys and girls differently after they reach puberty, according to a study from the State University of New York at Buffalo.

Rosemont, IL – As the Fourth of July holiday approaches, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is reminding consumers about the dangers of using fireworks.