How the U.S. Can Improve Workplace Injury and Illness Data January 18, 2018 By Denise Johnson Federal agency officials involved in reducing work-related injuries and illnesses believe there is still a lot to learn about the...
Sea-Level Rise Too Fast for Current Forecast Tools, Study Says December 4, 2013 By Jim Efstathiou Jr. By the time climate change reduces crop yields or frequently floods New York City subways, it will be too late...
Research Panel Recommends Steps to Help Mine Workers Escape in Emergencies March 18, 2013 By Vicki Smith Federal regulators and safety officials should consider requiring more backup air supplies and work to develop better breathing devices that...
Why U.S. Lags Other Wealthy Nations in Health Measures January 10, 2013 By Susan Heavey Overeating, lack of health insurance access and comparatively high poverty are among the many reasons why Americans are less healthy...
Study Finds Little Earthquake Risk from Fracking June 18, 2012 The fracking drilling technique used to tap shale oil and gas is unlikely to trigger earthquakes, but underground injection of...
Chemical Industry Urged to Reduce Processing Hazards May 14, 2012 The chemical industry needs guidance in choosing alternative processing methods to reduce or eliminate hazards, a national panel said in...
Electronics in Autos Pose New Safety Issues, Scientists Say January 31, 2012 The increasing use of electronic systems in automobiles is a challenge for federal safety regulators who often lack the technical...
Scientists Urge More Study of Nanotechnology Risks January 26, 2012 By Ian Simpson Studying the potential health hazards of nanotechnology will require an additional $24 million a year to close the knowledge gap...