Injuries far deadlier than recognized by health funding
Health researchers warn injuries cause most deaths for Americans under 44 and cost society 75 to 100 billion annually, yet NIH injury research remains underfunded at about 34 million. The National Research Council and Institute of Medicine urge a new CDC injury research center to coordinate focused studies and prevention.
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National Academy of Sciences
National Institutes of Health
NIH
National Research Council
Institute of Medicine
Centers For Disease Control
America
Power mower safety advisory urges caution and guards
The U S Consumer Product Safety Commission reports more than 50 000 yearly injuries from power lawn mowers with rotary blades causing most harm. It says reel mowers are safer but less effective, and recommends rear guards raised handles downwards exhaust away from the bag and proper attire, plus owner’s manual guidance for safe operation.
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Commission
Barefoot boys and summer mischief in the yard
A nostalgic sketch celebrates barefoot boys, summer chores, and family life on the farm. Cody, with a three-hair cowlick, leads in mischief and gratitude as spring arrives with dandelions, fishing poles, rock hunting, and tenting in the yard.
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Cody
Smoking law has limited enforcement in public spaces
Oshkosh reports that Wisconsin's new public smoking restrictions may deter hazards but have little enforcement power. State official Jack Borders of the Safety Inspection Bureau says arresting violators seems unlikely, reflecting broad compliance expectations rather than strict penalties.
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Safety Inspection Bureau
State Department of Industry Labor and Human Relations
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