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Workers at Risk: A Closer Look at 1, 3-Butadiene

January 1, 2026

A recent study has brought attention to the potential health hazards faced by workers exposed to 1, 3-butadiene, a common industrial chemical. This colorless gas is widely used in the production of tires, adhesives, paints, and other products. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) conducted a t

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Tropical Garment Workers: The Heat is On

April 27, 2025

The heat can be brutal for garment workers in tropical regions. Young women often face tough conditions. They work in places with high temperatures and humidity. There are often no good cooling systems. This can lead to heat stress. It's a big problem for their health and how much work they get done

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Who Missed Out? The WTC Health Program's Uneven Reach

April 27, 2025

The events of 11 September 2001 brought together a mix of first responders, volunteers, and other workers to the World Trade Center (WTC) site. These individuals faced significant health risks due to their exposure at the site. The WTC Health Program (WTCHP) was created to support these workers. B

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Workers in Flexible Jobs: The Hidden Health Costs

March 26, 2025

The global economy has seen a surge in flexible work arrangements. These jobs often come with a price tag that isn't immediately obvious: the health and well-being of workers. While standard employment has clear protections, flexible jobs often fall through the cracks. This leaves workers vulnerable

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HIV Prevention in Uganda's Female Sex Workers

March 21, 2025

In Uganda, female sex workers face a significant risk of contracting HIV. This makes them a key group for HIV prevention efforts. One effective tool in the fight against HIV is pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP. It is a medication taken by those who do not have HIV to prevent infection. It is cr

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Preventing Knee Pain at Work: What Really Helps?

November 17, 2024

Knee pain is a common issue that affects many people at work, making it hard for them to do their jobs. This review looked into different ways to tackle knee pain right in the workplace. The goal was to find out if these strategies actually work. Researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see wh

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Why Tipping Without Taxes Might Not Be Good for Workers

November 1, 2024

Imagine this: both a high-ranking Democrat and a former Republican president want to get rid of taxes on tips. Sounds like a good idea, right? Not so fast. Let's break down what this could mean for workers. Politics aside, this proposal could make tips even more popular as a form of payment. But ho