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Washington – Pain relief sprays, gels and liquids containing benzocaine may pose serious health risks, the Food and Drug Administration warned April 7.

Atlanta – Simple changes in the workplace to promote healthy living can help employees maintain their weight, suggests a study released April 5 by researchers from the University of Georgia and Emory University.

Cincinnati – Childhood injuries in the home can be significantly reduced with the addition of safety devices such as gates and outlet covers, indicates a study released April 11 from Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

Washington – The Department of Transportation on April 8 revealed a proposed cross-border trucking program that officials say aims to prioritize safety while satisfying international trade obligations.

Washington – In the aftermath of two fatal tour bus crashes in the northeast United States, Rep. Bill Shuster (R-PA) proposed legislation aimed at strengthening the Department of Transportation’s ability to set uniform safety standards on new and existing buses.

Washington – One out of every 5 drivers acknowledges that distracted driving is risky but still believes it is possible to multitask while driving, according to findings from a survey released April 6 by two medical associations.

Washington – The Department of Transportation is requesting comment by May 23 on whether commercial motor vehicle drivers have experienced harassment from law enforcement through use of electronic onboard recorders, according to a notice published in the April 13 Federal Register.

Columbus, OH – Between 1990 and 2007, the number of children treated in emergency rooms for football-related injuries increased 27 percent, finds a study released April 12 by the Center for Injury Research and Policy of the Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Washington – April 30 will mark the second annual National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, sponsored by the Drug Enforcement Administration in conjunction with state and local law enforcement agencies.

Sacramento, CA – In an April 4 announcement, Gov. Jerry Brown (D) tapped Ellen Widess to become the new Cal/OSHA chief.