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Cambridge, MA — Early in the COVID-19 pandemic, 7% of people who submitted workers’ compensation claims for the disease developed long COVID, according to a recent study.

Lansing, MI — Service sector workers with irregular schedules often experience greater levels of stress and exhaustion, according to a recent report.

New York — Aiming to keep construction workers safe from falls, the New York City Department of Buildings is relying on fashion and a music legend to help spread safety messages.

Washington — OSHA is reminding employers of the March 2 deadline to submit their 2022 Form 300A data electronically.

Boston — Regularly lifting and moving heavy objects at work is associated with higher levels of male fertility, results of a recent study by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital show.

West Lafayette, IN — In an effort to enhance worker safety and health, a group of Purdue University researchers is set to explore collaboration between construction workers and robots.

Lansing, MI – Workers in Michigan and their employers have new online resources and tools aimed at improving mental health.

Washington — President Joe Biden has announced his intent to nominate Julie Su for labor secretary.

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency is requesting public comment on a proposed rule that would retain various pesticide application exclusion zone requirements amended but not implemented as part of a previous agency final rule currently under a court-ordered stay.

Washington — Although alcohol is a factor in nearly 1 out of 3 traffic deaths, federal and state agencies need to also address driver impairment from cannabis and prescription and over-the-counter drugs.