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Welcome to ! This week, we’re bringing you stories from our archives as well as new content on best practices to keep workers safe through the very worst winter throws our way. Watch for new content posted daily here:

Extreme Weather PPE Week 2024 - OHS Canada Magazine Welcome to OHS Canada’s focus on Extreme Weather PPE, an in-depth theme week running from Nov. 4-8.

A new study in reveals a genetic signature in newborns that can predict before any symptoms appear. Explore how the UBC-led research is advancing early to save more infant lives. 🚼 bit.ly/4fnDNWQ pic.x.com/xbBbBVOIeN
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Before hitting the road this winter, make sure your car is ‘cool’ and ‘heated’ for the journey.

Check those radiator hoses and drive belts for any cracks or leaks to avoid a chilling breakdown. 🥶

Learn more about preparing your vehicle for winter:

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Immunologist Dr. Shokrollah Elahi led three recent studies that shed new light on how long COVID may develop and who may be susceptible to the debilitating condition.

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“Mental injuries” (such as PTSD), cannabis and independent contractors were among the top workers’ compensation-related issues that state legislatures focused on this year, according to the 2024 Regulatory and Legislative Trends report.

Workers’ comp report looks at regulatory and legislative trends in 2024 Boca Raton, FL — “Mental injuries” (such as post-traumatic stress disorder), cannabis and independent contractors were among the top workers’ compensation-related issues that state legislatures focused on this year, a new report shows.

"Gen Z is attracted to the skilled trades [for] “the ability to earn money and work right away, to pursue a career they enjoy & to learn new skills.”

JTN: 'Inspiring and eye-opening': Gen Z's interest in skilled trades is rising.

'Inspiring and eye-opening': Gen Z's interest in skilled trades is rising 55% of Gen Zers are considering a skilled trade career, up 12% from last year.

Antibiotic treatment: are shorter courses better?

New articles this week on shorter antibiotic courses, emergency departments and cancer diagnosis, genetic neurodevelopmental conditions, and more.
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Canadian Medical Association Journal: 196 (37) All editorial matter in CMAJ represents the opinions of the authors and not necessarily those of the Canadian Medical Association or its subsidiaries.

ou may be eligible for federal disaster assistance following or .

There are 4 ways you can apply! ⤵️
- Online at disasterassistance.gov
- Using the FEMA app
- Calling 800-621-3362
- Visiting a Disaster Recovery Center: fema.gov/drc

DRC Locator FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) are accessible facilities and mobile offices you can visit to learn more about FEMA and other disaster assistance programs. You may also visit to ask questions about your case. DRCs are set up in convenient areas after a disaster to make them easier to find. The...

Safety meets technology. In our latest episode of The Dirt, we dive into how advanced safety equipment is changing the game for construction workers. Don't miss our conversation with Christian Connolly of Twiceme about their life-saving innovations.

Video: Twiceme develops tech to help workers in emergencies The Twiceme safety company has developed a system that instantly provides medical and other important information about an injured worker through PPE.

Did you know it could take about one week for the body to adjust the new times for sleeping, eating, and activity? Find tips to adjust to the time change:

Daylight Saving: Suggestions to help workers adapt to the time change | Blogs | CDC CDC - Blogs - NIOSH Science Blog – Daylight Saving: Suggestions to help workers adapt to the time change -

Register for courses to advance your career, including Incident Investigation, Job Safety Analysis, Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene, Safety Training Methods, Risk Assessment Workshop and more here:

Search - National Safety Council The National Safety Council is America’s leading nonprofit safety advocate. We focus on eliminating the leading causes of preventable injuries and deaths.