Workers in the agricultural industry experience multiple hazardous respiratory exposures. It is important to understand these risks and to know the appropriate protective equipment to purchase and use. The female workforce often experiences a challenge finding the right protection with a proper fit. This 30-minute program will address both the risks and the right protective gear.
Read More Stories A farmer recognized they were feeling distressed because they had the weight of the world on their shoulders carrying the bulk of work on their family farm.Read More
All-terrain vehicle (ATV) crashes are one of the leading causes of death and injuries in the agriculture industry in the United States. In this presentation, we will evaluate the current situation and possible solutions related to agricultural ATV safety. Potential injury preventative actions were evaluated based on the hierarchy of control, including elimination or substitution, engineering control, administrative authority, training, and personal protective equipment.
Most of us experience anxiety at some point in our lives. You might feel anxious when taking a test, crossing a busy street, or making an important life decision. ButRead More
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is excited to work with the National Library of Medicine on NIH MedlinePlus magazine to highlight important research on physical activity andRead More
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Vapes are battery-operated devices that heat liquid with nicotine, marijuana, or flavorings. Some vapes contain other unknown substances or chemicals. When heated, the liquid turns into aerosol, which people inhaleRead More
Forestry workers may be subject to extreme heat and cold. Working outdoors makes people more likely to become dehydrated and experience heat-related illness or heat stress. High temperatures reduce work capacity and may lead to heat stress and dehydration. Although exposure to heat stress is preventable, thousands become sick from occupational heat exposure every year, and some cases are fatal. Similarly, cold weather can reduce dexterity, blood flow, muscle strength, and balance. Hypothermia, frostbite, trench foot, and chilblains are all illnesses and injuries caused by cold stress. However, forestry workers can avoid heat-related illness and cold stress with proper information and preventative action. This presentation will explore both weather-related conditions and their impact on outdoor workers.
FarmResponse℠ is an On-Demand 3.5-hour continuing education module developed by national experts from the AgriStress Response Network. AgriSafe’s FarmResponse course addresses farm and ranching cultural competencies, financial stress, land ownership and legacy issues,Read More
Finding time and energy to exercise can be hard. But I-Min Lee, M.D., Sc.D., wants to reframe how we think about exercise, especially as we age. For example, taking theRead More
Jeff Long, Ph.D., can hardly remember a time when he didn’t suffer from serious asthma. Jeff, who is now in his 50s, started experiencing symptoms when he was just aRead More
Direct-reading gas monitors can alert farmers to life-threatening concentrations of gases on the farm. These monitors are relatively inexpensive and easy to use. Below are guidelines to identify hazards andRead More
Pain is one of the most common and expensive health problems in the U.S. In older adults, chronic pain can lead to frailty. This can mean anything from unintentional weightRead More
Staying healthy during colder months is the first step in making sure you can enjoy all the activities the season brings. When you are indoors more during the fall andRead More