Why you absolutely cannot stare at the sun without eclipse glasses
Stocks of eclipse glasses are running low. That’s not an excuse to forget eye protection. If you’re going to stare at the sun during the upcoming solar eclipse on August […]
How to know if your solar eclipse glasses are real or fake
Amazon is offering a refund to customers who bought counterfeit eclipse glasses to watch the solar eclipse next week. The retail giant says the glasses may not come from a […]
Is Winterfell a resilient castle?
Once again, everything comes back to Game of Thrones! While in the midst of preparations for an upcoming disaster at Winterfell, Sansa Stark displays true Chief Resilience Officer capabilities. Who […]
Psychological resilience in U.S. military veterans
Although many cross-sectional studies have examined the correlates of psychological resilience in U.S. military veterans, few longitudinal studies have identified long-term predictors of resilience in this population. The current prospective […]
Launch of a new international clinical trial for breast cancer
Health Sciences North Research Institute Scientist and Laurentian University Professor Dr. Amadeo Parissenti announced the launch of an international clinical trial (BREVITY) to validate the use of the RNA Disruption […]
Major environmental disasters: April 2017
Impact Forecasting has published the latest edition of its monthly Global Catastrophe Recap report, which evaluates the impact of the natural disaster events that occurred worldwide during April 2017. View […]
Study: effective handwashing does not require hot water?
Handwashing is a hot topic in the world of food safety. Lack of proper handwashing procedures in foodservice and other sectors can lead to the spread of foodborne illness. Are […]
Addressing food security in a changing world
When it comes to ensuring food security and sustainable agriculture, there simply is no “one size fits all”. Many interventions that have attempted to address the challenges of food security […]
Putting waste water to good use
Wastewater irrigation is an economical and high-in-nutrients option for even the poorest farmers. But, if untreated, the consequences for our health and the environment can be catastrophic. Discover the techniques […]
Massive ransomware cyber-attack hits 74 countries
A massive cyber-attack using tools believed to have been developed by the US National Security Agency has struck organisations around the world. Computers in thousands of locations have been locked […]
There are diseases hidden in ice, and they are waking up
Long-dormant bacteria and viruses, trapped in ice and permafrost for centuries, are reviving as Earth’s climate warms. What would happen if we were suddenly exposed to deadly bacteria and viruses […]
Moving ahead with ISO 45001 for Safety and Health at work
Latest estimates from the International Labour Organization (ILO) show that more than 6 300 people die each day (that’s over 2.3 million a year) as a result of work-related activities, […]
ISO tackles loud traffic noise!
Anyone living near a busy road will agree that traffic noise is a serious nuisance. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it can also affect our health and lead […]
Disaster preparedness tips for seniors
Hurricane-force winds. Raging floodwaters. Surging wildfires. Damaging tornadoes. No matter where we live, natural disasters, and even man-made ones like arson fires and toxic spills often strike quickly and without […]
Tornado safety tips for pets
According to FEMA, tornadoes are nature’s most violent storms. They may strike quickly, with little or no warning. Remember, storms scare some pets, and they may hide. Know your pet’s […]
Warnings over children’s health as recycled e-waste comes back as plastic toys
A trend towards using plastic parts in electrical and electronic goods is causing a headache for the recycling industry Flame retardants used in plastics in a wide range of electronic […]
Food in EU mostly pesticide-free
New data out of the European Union (EU) shows that food consumed in that region is still mostly pesticide-free. A monitoring report published by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) […]
7 reasons we’re at more risk than ever of a global pandemic
It could take just one cough, one kiss, one touch or even one bite to change not only your life, but the lives of everyone around you — and for […]
A better designed workplace with ISO standards
Depression and mental health conditions are on the rise globally. Affecting more than 300 million people of all ages across the world, depression causes immense suffering to people and their […]
The troubling secret inside your phone
Did you know your cellphone likely comes with a warning about how close to hold it to your head and body? The message inside your cellphone’s settings and manual telling you […]
From parcels to pizza: are drones the future of delivery?
From medical supplies to pizzas to your Amazon packages, the idea of drone deliveries has captured the public’s imagination and many companies want to be the first to offer regular […]
Robots to the rescue!
It won’t be long before robots become a normal part of our everyday lives. Soon, our mobile companions will provide everything from coaching to communication to companionship, keeping us independent […]
A new path for pesticide assessment
It is one of the most debated questions in chemical risk assessment: can exposure to chemicals such as pesticides cause ill health in humans? Scientists currently rely on experimental toxicology […]
How China’s cities are innovating to fight air pollution
Birds fly in and out of the eight-storey “Green Office Building” in Shenzhen, China, because a third of its walls are completely open to the air. It’s a clever natural […]
A robot ear surgeon drills into the future of medicine
Technically it ain’t brain surgery, but let’s just say you wouldn’t want to do a cochlear implant while sleepy or distracted. So it’s a good thing this surgery robot can’t […]
New UN supply chain system to slash delays, save lives in large-scale health crises
In collaboration with partners and as a part of a global supply chain network, the United Nations emergency food relief agency has set about developing the first-ever information platform to […]
Health care services remain inviting cyber-attack targets
With health care data fetching significant profits both in underground data sales and ransomware, the industry is an inviting target, but network scans indicate organizations remain vulnerable. The health care […]
Taking auditing to new level with International Standard under revision
ISO’s popular standard for auditing management systems is under revision and has just reached the first voting stage, a crucial step in its development. Organizations are increasingly turning to management […]
Leading global collaboration in climate change standards
ISO is collaborating globally to update and extend its climate change standards and help the world minimize and adapt to the effects of climate change. There is now little doubt […]
A new weapon against infection
Burnaby Hospital has a new weapon against infection: the Germinator. That’s the light-hearted name employees have given to the new Xenex Light Strike Robot cleaning machine. Yet it means serious […]
California’s Ventura fault could cause more damage than previously suspected
Researchers find that the fault has a staircase-like structure, which would result in stronger shaking and more damage during an earthquake. RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) — A new study by a […]
Alternative composting technology reduces organic waste
At Runnymede Healthcare Centre, there is a long-standing commitment to improving environmental sustainability, as was laid out in the 2015 Strategic Plan, Vision 2020/Redefining Possible. In this plan, a pledge […]