NIOSH is committed to protecting worker safety and health. www.cdc.gov/niosh NIOSH is part of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in the U.S.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 established NIOSH as a research agency focused on the study of worker safety and health, and empowering employers and workers to create safe and healthy workplaces. Department of Health and Human Services. It has the mandate to assure “every man and woman in the Nation safe and healthful working conditions and to preserve our human resources.” Discla
05/29/2026
As we close out Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month, it is a timely reminder of work-related asthma, which is triggered or caused by irritant and allergic exposures in the workplace. There are more than 300 workplace substances that can cause new asthma and many more that can worsen it. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cTodlW
05/28/2026
The NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Program recently evaluated noise exposure concerns at a foundry.
NIOSH recommended:
✔️ Using quieter saws
✔️ Rotating cutoff saw tasks
✔️ Hearing protection fit-testing
✔️ Maintaining a hearing loss prevention program
See the full report: https://bit.ly/4vRW5IX
05/27/2026
As the weather warms up, ticks become more active across the United States. Protect yourself while working in areas with ticks. Wear a hat and light-colored clothing, use insect repellents, check your skin daily for ticks. Find more tips: https://bit.ly/4sHgUnp
05/26/2026
Did you know chemicals can cause hearing loss?
Every industry has potential exposure to chemicals that can damage hearing. The top three industries with the highest percentage of workers exposed are:
◆ Mining (49%)
◆ Mining & Oil and Gas (44%)
◆ Construction (30%)
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cMcIxP
05/22/2026
Workers who are exposed to extreme heat or work in hot environments may be at risk of heat stress. Workers at greater risk of heat stress include those who are 65 years of age or older, are overweight, have heart disease or high blood pressure, or take certain medications are at greater risk for a heat-related illness. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4e5Xty1
05/21/2026
Before the summer begins, plan ahead for work-related heat exposure and the potential for heat-related illness among your workers. Learn more: https://bit.ly/402CsiB
05/20/2026
Heat stress can be a major concern for indoor and outdoor workers, especially during the hot summer months. Learn how to protect workers: https://bit.ly/4e5Xty1
05/19/2026
Workers may experience extreme heat stress as they often work in hot environments, doing physically difficult tasks, while wearing protective clothing or equipment.
Learn how to protect yourself and your workers: https://bit.ly/4e5Xty1
05/18/2026
Heat-related illnesses can vary in severity and outcomes, with heat stroke resulting in death. Do you know the signs and symptoms? https://bit.ly/4kTe7oa
05/15/2026
Volunteer firefighters: You donate your time to protect your community, but we still don't fully understand how cancer impacts volunteer firefighters like you. You can help change that by joining the NIOSH National Firefighter Registry for Cancer. Your participation helps us better understand and reduce cancer risk in the fire service: NFR.CDC.gov