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Edegem, Belgium – Ringing in the ears caused by loud noise exposure is prevalent among high school students, concludes a new study from Antwerp University Hospital.

Washington – The Federal Railroad Administration issued an emergency order Aug. 2 aimed at preventing unintentional movement of unattended trains carrying hazardous materials.

Rosemont, IL – With a new school year beginning soon, two orthopaedic groups have released tips to help kids avoid backpack-related injuries.

Arlington, VA – Trucking industry stakeholders can participate in a survey to help identify the most critical issues faced by the industry and possible strategies to address them.

San Antonio – Children with asthma should be given the chance to speak directly to doctors because they may have a different view than their caregiver, according to a study from the University of Texas Health Science Center and the Center for Airway Inflammation Research.

Edmonton, Alberta – Physicians should discuss with patients the dangers of using cell phones while driving, medical experts from the University of Alberta recommend.

Karlsruhe, Germany – Having a tattoo placed on top of a mole or other pigmented lesion could make it harder to detect the most dangerous type of skin cancer, concludes a new study from the hospital Laserklinik Karlsruhe.

Washington – A new website announced Aug. 5 by Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx aims to reduce pedestrian fatalities.

Washington – Workers are dying as a result of the delays in the rulemaking process, witnesses told a Senate subcommittee on Aug. 1.

Whether the relationship is informal or part of a program, mentoring is a way for experienced safety professionals to help younger ones develop by passing along knowledge, skills and career advice.