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fromwww.standard.co.uk
17 hours ago

Family sue Royal Mail after delivery driver left in 'vegetative state' following 7.5 tonne lorry crash

I'll never forget the day I got a call saying Petar had been involved in an accident. I knew he was in a bad way, but nothing prepared me for seeing him in hospital. Petar was a strong and extremely active man.
UK news
#farmworkers
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Fire Extinguisher Servicing and Electrical Safety Testing in Birmingham

Our trained engineers carry out thorough visual inspections and use calibrated instruments to test plugs, leads, sockets, and appliances, ensuring workplaces remain safe and compliant.
London startup
fromYoga Journal
2 weeks ago

We Sweated It Out in Natural Deodorants. These 5 Made the Cut.

"Many deodorants contain synthetic chemicals, including antiperspirant agents such as aluminum, to prevent sweating. Natural deodorants rely on natural chemicals to neutralize odor instead."
Alternative medicine
#inquest
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK news

Girl unlawfully killed at water park, coroner says

An 11-year-old girl drowned at a water park due to gross breaches in safety protocols.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pensioner 'choked to death at home in between visits from carers'

Beverley Davis, 79, died from choking in her home between carer visits, prompting an inquest into her death.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Girl unlawfully killed at water park, coroner says

An 11-year-old girl drowned at a water park due to gross breaches in safety protocols.
fromABC7 Chicago
1 week ago

31-year-old man dies after going into cardiac arrest while running Brooklyn Half Marathon

On-site medical staff performed CPR on the man at the scene before transporting him to Maimonides Hospital, where he died.
NYC LGBT
#corporate-manslaughter
#community-events
fromsilive
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosts 2025 May Week events

fromsilive
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosts 2025 May Week events

fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Three suffer severe burns in East Bay when outdoor firepit explodes

Three individuals were hospitalized for serious burn injuries after an outdoor fire pit exploded in Antioch. Fire officials responded shortly after 9 p.m., and investigations are ongoing.
East Bay (California)
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

My teenage sons started strength training, which terrified me. I implemented some rules to keep them safe.

I'm now trying to be more open to my sons' interest in weightlifting, recognizing its benefits while addressing my concerns about gym culture and their well-being.
Parenting
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I study microplastics and toxic chemicals. That's why my family doesn't wear shoes in the house.

Removing shoes indoors can significantly reduce exposure to microplastics and toxic chemicals.
Microplastics are highly pervasive in the environment, found in air, food, and water.
#housing-issues
fromCbsnews
4 weeks ago

Worker safety agency NIOSH lays off most remaining staff

Nearly all of the remaining staff at the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health were laid off Friday, significantly impacting critical safety programs and services.
Public health
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 weeks ago

Santa Clara County uses of force drop, hospital visits rise - San Jose Spotlight

It indicates that higher levels of use of force are being used, as noted by Sean Allen, president of the NAACP of San Jose/Silicon Valley.
SF parents
#workplace-safety
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Moment welder crushed at Sunderland shipyard caught on CCTV

A welder was severely injured due to unsafe work practices at Pallion Shipyard, leading to legal action against the company involved.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Moment welder crushed at Sunderland shipyard caught on CCTV

A welder was severely injured due to unsafe work practices at Pallion Shipyard, leading to legal action against the company involved.
#government-policy
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Coal miners lose safety nets as black lung programs collapse under Trump

Government funding cuts threaten safety programs for coal miners diagnosed with black lung, potentially exacerbating health risks.
SF politics
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Coal miners lose safety nets as black lung programs collapse under Trump

Government funding cuts threaten safety programs for coal miners diagnosed with black lung, potentially exacerbating health risks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Residents of London apartment block left without running water for 12 days

Residents were left without running water for 12 days due to repairs, causing distress and health concerns, especially for vulnerable individuals who struggled to cope.
London politics
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Trump and DOGE Are Planning Deregulation at a Massive Scale

Trump's administration is moving aggressively to deregulate several federal regulations across multiple agencies.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Influencer accidentally films herself being stung by deadly box jellyfish

"I think I was screaming for like an hour, my voice was gone nearly because I was screaming so much, that's how bad the pain was."
Mental health
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

From rats to sewage leaks: NHS staff expose reality inside UK hospitals

The Independent emphasizes the importance of journalism in critical issues without paywalls, aiming to inform all Americans.
NHS buildings face significant pest issues, raising concerns about hygiene and safety among health workers.
fromstupidDOPE
1 month ago

How to Safely Try Weed for the First Time | stupidDOPE

"Before jumping in, it's important to approach weed with respect and a clear understanding of how it can affect the body and mind."
Mental health
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Trendy NYC bathhouse plagued by grime, mold and worms, ex-workers say - as claims of pool infections go viral

I noticed the hot tub and body temp tub were looking kinda dirty and gross. I thought it would be fine, but then I ended up with a UTI.
NYC LGBT
#travel-tips
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nigeria: Boxer dies after collapsing during fight DW 03/31/2025

"Oluwasegun, a few seconds before the end of round 3, stepped back during the fight and leaned on the ropes with his back without any punch whatsoever from his opponent."
MMA
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Mother-in-Law Made a Wild Accusation Against Me. We Proved Her Wrong. But She's Still Spreading Her Lies.

I work in health care, so I am aware that gonorrhea is primarily transmitted via intimate sexual contact, not casual contact such as kissing, hugging, shaking hands, or using a toilet seat.
Parenting
fromwww.hackneygazette.co.uk
2 months ago

Building firm that showed 'total disregard for safety' fined 90k

Nofax Enterprises failed to protect workers from silica and wood dust exposure, leading to serious health risks, while disregarding Covid safety regulations during construction.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

UK Athletics denies Paralympian's manslaughter

UK Athletics and its former head of sport are facing manslaughter charges related to the death of Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei due to equipment negligence.
UK news
#public-transport
fromHouse Digest
2 months ago

What Is The Knob Under An Office Chair For? Here's How To Use It - House Digest

Adjusting your chair's tension control knob can significantly improve comfort and support, enhancing your work performance while preventing posture-related injuries.
Exercise
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Asylum seekers housed 'unlawfully' at air base

Suella Braverman acted unlawfully in her treatment of asylum seekers, neglecting their health and safety needs.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Eleven injured after flight bound for London Heathrow makes emergency landing in Porto

Emergency landing due to smoke alert injures eleven passengers, highlighting urgent medical response.
#child-safety
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

3-year-old dies at New York City hospital after being dropped off by 2 unidentified people, police say

Police are searching for two individuals accused of leaving a 3-year-old child at a hospital where he later died.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Father who reversed over son, 3, with telehandler jailed for 12 months

A father was jailed for 12 months after accidentally killing his son with a vehicle, highlighting severe safety oversights at their farm.
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

3-year-old dies at New York City hospital after being dropped off by 2 unidentified people, police say

Police are searching for two individuals accused of leaving a 3-year-old child at a hospital where he later died.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Father who reversed over son, 3, with telehandler jailed for 12 months

A father was jailed for 12 months after accidentally killing his son with a vehicle, highlighting severe safety oversights at their farm.
Atlanta Falcons
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

NFLPA team report cards: Chargers, Falcons, Commanders make big leaps as league improves overall

NFL teams made significant improvements in player working conditions in 2024, with notable advancements by the Chargers, Falcons, and Commanders.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

How a 'Beast Games' crew member was nearly crushed on set: 'I don't want to die'

"If it was really well organized or well communicated, this wouldn't happen in the first place."
Canada news
#public-policy
Public health
fromBig Think
3 months ago

4 key steps to transform the USA back into a scientific nation

The trade-off between individual freedoms and societal welfare must prioritize scientific understanding for long-term health and safety.
fromCardplayer
5 months ago
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Casino Anti-Smoking Effort Launched In Kansas, Missouri

Legislators in Missouri and Kansas aim to introduce anti-smoking regulations for casinos in 2024, addressing concerns of casino employees exposed to secondhand smoke.
Public health
fromBig Think
3 months ago

4 key steps to transform the USA back into a scientific nation

The trade-off between individual freedoms and societal welfare must prioritize scientific understanding for long-term health and safety.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

'Mouse infestation' at Romford care home sees exterminators called in

When we observed an increase in pests following nearby construction work and the onset of colder weather, we immediately took action to increase the frequency of our visits from Rentokil.
UK news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Family sues after Toronto mother, son contract food poisoning, die on Dominican Republic vacation | CBC News

The family's lawsuit alleges negligence from the resort and travel company regarding food safety protocols and failure to provide immediate medical assistance.
Toronto
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

1985 was the last time an inauguration was indoors. Ronald and Nancy Reagan felt they had no choice

The decision to hold President Reagan's second inauguration indoors was primarily a health and safety concern, as cold temperatures posed a serious risk to participants.
East Bay (California)
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Inside Temple Street: Why it's time to look at the new children's hospital like the banks and admit it's too big to fail

Hospital health and safety measures may prioritize compliance over patient care, highlighting systemic issues within healthcare.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

German gymnastics launches probe over abuse allegations DW 12/29/2024

Tabea Alt alleges systemic abuse within the German gymnastics federation regarding coercion to compete despite serious injuries.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Dayle Haddon appeared happy, healthy in final appearance days before her sudden death

Dayle Haddon spoke on ageism, advocating for embracing the gifts of different ages and recognizing women's worth just before her untimely death.
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