According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Sickle cell disease (SCD) affects 90,000 to 100,000 people in the United States. Although the majority of those affected are Hispanic or African American, SCD occurs in people of many different racial and ethnic backgrounds. As September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, it is a good
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NIOSH Issues Warnings and Provides Resources Workers Should Be Aware of in Wake of Hurricane Irene
The aftermath of Hurricane Irene continues to plague the East Coast with rain and flooding while efforts are being made to repair the damage that was done. In order to aid these efforts, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has provided information on safety hazards, as well as helpful resources for flood,
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Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Understanding the Risks of Prostate Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men aside from skin cancer, and is the second-leading cause of cancer-related death among American men, following lung cancer. In 2011, approximately 240,890 new prostate cancer diagnoses will be made and approximately 33,720 men will die as the result of prostate
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New Phthalates Testing Requirements Adopted by CPSC
Phthalates are chemicals that are used to increase flexibility in plastics and other materials. According to a recent U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) news release, the CPSC has approved new third-party testing requirements for phthalates in children’s toys and child care articles by a unanimous vote of 5-0. The new testing requirements have been
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