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Vibration white finger (VWF) is a common work-related injury in the manufacturing, construction and aerospace industries. Also known as hand-arm vibration system (HAVS), it's characterized by the disruption of blood flow to one or more fingers. According to research cited by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1.2 million U.S. workers are at risk for developing VWF. As an employer, though, there are ways to protect your workers from this troubling injury.Require Gloves Wh …

Does your job require you to use a lathe? While frequently used in the manufacturing industry for cutting, sanding, turning and knurling processes, lathes are heavy-duty machines that pose a risk of injury if used improperly. However, there are several precautions you can take when using a lathe to lower your risk of injury, including the following. #1) Ensure Cutting Tool is SharpPrior to using a lathe, inspect the cutting tool to ensure it's sharp. Cutting tools deteriorate over time. The more …

How much coffee do you drink in a typical day? Coffee is one of the world's most popular and widely consumed beverages, with statistics showing that over two-thirds of Americans drink it on a daily basis. While some people limit themselves to a single cup of coffee per day, though, others drink up to a half-dozen. If you're guilty of chugging down coffee, you might be wondering how much coffee is too much. Well, a new study may have the answer.According to a study conducted by researchers at the …

For decades, we've been told that wearing a sunscreen lotion is the single most effective way to protect against sunburn and related sun-related skin damage. Sunscreen lotion contains various ingredients that reflect the sun's ultraviolet (UV) light. Some sunscreen lotions are designed only to reflect UVA light, whereas others reflect both UVA and UVB light. Regardless, it's well-known that wearing sunscreen lotion will reduce your risk of developing sunburn.While medical experts still recommend …

There's a lot of misinformation floating around on the topic of sleep. Unfortunately, people who believe these sleep myths often suffer from chronic health conditions. A new study has investigated some of the most notorious sleep myths, revealing why you shouldn't believe them.About the Sleep StudyFor the study, researchers at New York University School of Medicine analyzed thousands of sleep-related websites to identify some of the most common myths and misconceptions about sleep. So, what did …