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Official Twitter account of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). We are part of @CDCgov. Privacy Policy https://t.co/TBmFB7lhcP

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This is the authentic, official Twitter account of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (@NIOSH). You can verify our identity by confirming our handle at: cdc.gov/socialmedia/to…
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Workers at greater risk of heat stress include those who are overweight or have heart disease. Find tips to keep workers safe in the heat: bit.ly/4e5Xty1
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Before the summer begins, plan ahead for work-related heat exposure and the potential for heat-related illness among your workers. Learn more: bit.ly/402CsiB
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Heat stress can be a major concern for indoor and outdoor workers, especially during the hot summer months. Learn how to protect workers: bit.ly/4e5Xty1
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Workers may experience extreme heat stress as they often work in hot environments, doing physically difficult tasks, while wearing protective clothing or equipment. Learn how to protect yourself and your workers: bit.ly/4e5Xty1
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Heat-related illnesses can vary in severity and outcomes, with heat stroke resulting in death. Do you know the signs and symptoms? bit.ly/4kTe7oa
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The NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Program recommended maintaining ventilation systems and addressing mold issues after employees reported unexplained illnesses in an office building that was undergoing renovations. Read the full report: bit.ly/3QgG1jp
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The NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Program recommended a foundry use quieter saws, limit work at cutoff saws, and conduct regular hearing tests to protect workers’ hearing. See the full report: bit.ly/4vRW5IX
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It is difficult for firefighters to match a response strategy with a structure before arriving on scene. However, fire departments can prioritize planning for structures that have elevated fire hazards and life safety risks. Learn more: bit.ly/4vzP536
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Lyme disease is the most commonly reported tick-borne disease in the US. Employers can help protect their workers from Lyme disease by providing training on the risks, how it is spread, and how to protect themselves: bit.ly/4sHgUnp
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How many firefighters have enrolled in NIOSH National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer? Find out on the NFR Data Dashboard, plus see enrollment trends by state, the most common self-reported cancer types, risk factors, and screening info: bit.ly/4sIAfVt
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NIOSH will be providing free black lung screenings next week, May 4-8 in Ohio and Illinois. Learn more: bit.ly/3ynb5Fw
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NIOSH has been at the forefront of efforts to understand the implications of AI on workplace safety and health, and to teach workers and occupational and environmental health and safety professionals how to use it safely. Learn more: bit.ly/4skk40D
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Have questions about hazards at work? The NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation (HHE) program offers free evaluations to identify hazards that may harm employees’ health. Learn how to request an HHE: bit.ly/4qXyFhY
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NIOSH will be providing free black lung screenings May 9-14 in Illinois and Indiana. Learn more: bit.ly/3ynb5Fw
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It is International Firefighters’ Day. Firefighters dedicate their lives to our safety. We can help them stay safe on the job by learning from real-life scenarios in NIOSH’s Fire Fighter Fatality Investigation and Prevention Program reports: bit.ly/4sDDcqf
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May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Work-related asthma is associated with exposure to worksite irritants, allergens, and physical conditions called triggers. Learn the causes and symptoms, as well as ways to prevent work-related asthma: bit.ly/4qEgXQq
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NIOSH will be providing free black lung screenings May 4-14 in Ohio, Illinois, and Indiana. Learn more: bit.ly/3ynb5Fw
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The NIOSH Coal Workers’ Health Surveillance Program was established by the Federal Coal Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969. The program offers free health screenings for miners and researching disease trends across the nation. Learn more: bit.ly/3Zy1p69
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On this Workers Memorial Day, we remember and honor workers who have died or suffered injury or illness in the workplace. At NIOSH, we recognize that the burden of workplace death, injury, and illness is tremendous. Read our Workers Memorial Day message: bit.ly/4meA6aA
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Hazardous substances from fire incidents can transfer from firefighters’ gear to their skin, equipment, and stations. Cleaning and properly removing, bagging, and storing gear can help limit exposures. Learn more: bit.ly/4lZuWPB
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