19 h. ago HHS reverses NIOSH firings that stripped coal miners' health protections

HHS has reversed the firings of more than 100 employees with the federal institute that protects coal miners from black lung, according to Sen. Shelley Moore Capito.

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19 h. ago US health department to reverse federal layoffs of coal safety workers, senator says

US health department to reverse federal layoffs of coal safety workers, senator says  Reuters

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4 d. ago New state police tech will alert drivers to nearby emergency vehicles

The new system, Safety Cloud, aims to reduce crashes with emergency vehicles and workers. The post New state police tech will alert drivers to nearby emergency vehicles appeared first on Boston.com.

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6 d. ago Smart home devices used to monitor domestic workers raise safety concerns

The growing use of smart home devices is undermining the privacy and safety of domestic workers. New research from King's College London reveals how surveillance technologies reinforce a sense of constant monitoring and control by domestic workers' employers, increasing their vulnerability and impacting their mental well-being.

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8 d. ago Researchers explore how AI tools can improve manufacturing worker safety, product quality

Recent artificial intelligence advances have largely focused on text, but AI increasingly shows promise in other contexts, including manufacturing and the service industry. In these sectors, targeted AI improvements can improve product quality and worker safety, according to a new study co-authored by an interdisciplinary team of experts from the University of Notre Dame.

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8 d. ago ACLU sues Alaska Department of Corrections for failing to provide adequate health care

ACLU sues Alaska Department of Corrections for failing to provide adequate health care  Alaska Public Media

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8 d. ago California and other states sue to block Trump administration cuts to health department

California and other states sue to block Trump administration cuts to health department  Los Angeles Times

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8 d. ago California, other states sue to block Trump administration cuts to health department

California, other states sue to block Trump administration cuts to health department  Los Angeles Times

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1 week ago Measles scare at major airport: What to know about potential exposure

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is sounding the alarm on a potential measles exposure at Chicago O’Hare International Airport. Here's what you need to know.

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1 week ago Gender dysphoria treatments pose ‘significant risks’ to kids and teens, HHS report reveals

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on Thursday released a comprehensive review of best practices for children and teens with gender dysphoria.

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1 week ago Trump administration discontinues $1 billion in school mental health grants

The Trump administration will not renew grants worth $1 billion that were aimed at boosting mental health services in schools, a Department of Education official said.

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1 week ago Education Department stops $1 billion in funding for school mental health

Congress created the grants in the aftermath of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The goal was to help schools hire mental health professionals, including counselors and social workers.

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1 week ago 'Woke' hospital could be in crosshairs of Trump admin after scathing complaint alleges DEI discrimination

A pro-Trump legal nonprofit has filed an official complaint with the Department of Health and Human Services calling for an investigation into DEI practices at a prominent Midwest hospital system.

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2 w. ago Stay safe: Washington County Health Department on measles risks

Stay safe: Washington County Health Department on measles risks  The Herald-Mail

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2 w. ago Washington safety agency seeks felony charges after teen worker loses legs

Washington safety agency seeks felony charges after teen worker loses legs  Big Country News

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2 w. ago RFK Jr.’s Proposed Food Dye Ban: What the Research Shows and What’s Next

The federal health department has said it will move to phase out eight artificial dyes, citing health concerns.

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2 w. ago Kennedy Wants to Ban Some Food Dyes. Here’s What the Data Shows.

The federal health department has said it will move to phase out eight artificial dyes, citing health concerns.

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2 w. ago Washington health department urges measles vaccines amid nationwide outbreaks

Washington health department urges measles vaccines amid nationwide outbreaks  KOIN.com

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3 w. ago RFK Jr. unveils plan to phase out 8 artificial food dyes in the US

The Department of Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday a series of measures to phase out eight artificial food dyes.

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3 w. ago RFK Jr. unveils plans to phase out 8 artificial food dyes in the US

The Department of Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday a series of measures to phase out eight artificial food dyes.

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