health
Feds review worker exposure to blood-borne pathogens
July 30, 2013The federal government has opened a legally required review of a rule designed to cut or eliminate worker exposure to blood-borne illnesses.
Read moreAlberta oil leak into week 10 – can it be stopped?
July 26, 2013Nine weeks ago, oil near a tar sands extraction site in Alberta, Canada, began to leak and ooze from the ground, blackening vegetation and killing wildlife, and it shows no signs of stopping.
Read moreLayoffs threaten fresh food program in Chicago
July 25, 2013Documents uncovered by Unite Here, Local 1 indicate that 200 to 300 more lunchroom workers may be on the chopping block.
Read moreAudio: Texas abortion law sure to face court challenge
July 24, 2013After weeks of bitter fighting, Texas conservatives claim a significant victory in the fight over who controls women's health in Texas.
Read moreEPA fines ExxonMobil subsidiary for fracking spill
July 23, 2013It has also ordered the company to invest at least $20 million in an improved fracking wastewater management system, which would prevent future incidents.
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