Mucormycetes are a group of fungi that can cause a rare but serious fungal infection known as mucormycosis. Mucor species and Rhizopus species are some of the most common causes of mucormycosis, but there are also other species. The fungi typically live in soil and decaying organic matter., , , , Mucormycosis is frequently a life-threatening infection and is treated with prescription antifungal medicine according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The agency also sta.
Up until the late 1970s, asbestos was added to various types of flooring materials and tiles during the manufacturing process to increase the strength and durability of the products. In fact, the Minnesota Department of Health warns that flooring, including sheet vinyl, vinyl or asphalt floor tiles and any associated paper-like backing, mastic, adhesive or glue, may contain asbestos. , , , , Virtually every school, building and home constructed decades ago when asbestos was commonly used will.
The seventh annual Safe + Sound Week takes place this year in Puerto Rico and across the nation from August 7th through the 13th. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), and a coalition of safety organizations supported by thousands of businesses recognize Safe + Sound Week and have committed to increasing awareness of the importance of health and safety programs., , , , OSHA reports:, , According to the U.S. Bur.
Histoplasmosis is the name of an infection caused by a fungus known as Histoplasma capsulatum. The fungus lives in the environment, particularly in soil or other materials that contain large amounts of bird or bat droppings. Outbreaks of histoplasmosis have been recorded in Puerto Rico, as well as in the Dominican Republic and other parts of the Caribbean. , , , , The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that Histoplasma spores circulate in the air after contaminated so.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced in July a proposal to strengthen requirements for the removal of lead-based paint hazards in pre-1978 buildings and child care facilities, known as abatement activities, to better protect children and communities from the harmful effects of exposure to dust generated from lead paint., , , , If finalized, the new rule is estimated to reduce the lead exposures of approximately 250,000 to 500,000 children nationwide under age six each year.