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May
May 6,
2008
It's Easy Being Green
SLAC became a little greener on Thursday when its janitorial vendor replaced many of their cleaning supplies with more environmentally friendly alternatives.
April
April 21,
2008
Learn How to Lower Your Cancer Risk
Do you know people who have smoked their whole lives and thrived well into old age without any sign of lung cancer?
April 15,
2008
Legacy, Abandoned or Hazardous Materials
During a recent building cleanup and inspection several hazardous and low-level radioactive items were discovered.
April 8,
2008
Let's Talk About Stroke
Several years ago, Palo Alto resident Bob Parsons awoke from a nap onboard a flight from Taiwan feeling dazed.
April 1,
2008
The Ticks are Out and They are Hungry
It is once again tick season, and those who venture into the field should beware.
March
March 25,
2008
Computer Vision Syndrome
When you look into the distance your eyes are relatively relaxed. When you focus on something nearby, your eye muscles get a work out.
March 18,
2008
ES&H Service Requests and the Reporting of Safety Issues
The Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) division recently reviewed the way it handles service requests and safety issue reporting.
March 11,
2008
It's Time to Replace Smoke Alarm Batteries
Daylight Saving Time provides a convenient reminder for people to change the batteries in their smoke detectors.
March 11,
2008
SHALA Interpretation Workshop to be Held Today at SLAC
In January, Stanford launched a new three-step faculty and staff program that offers incentives for learning about fitness.
March 4,
2008
Staying Healthy as the Weather Changes
It seems like the Bay Area has seen more than its fair share of people sick with pneumonia this year. Even as the weather changes, it's important to consider ways to keep viruses at bay.
February
February 26,
2008
What You Need to Know About Stroke
Each year in the United States, there are more than 700,000 strokes.
February 19,
2008
Laptop Ergonomic
and Heat Safety
Although extremely convenient, laptop computers can cause ergonomic problems and sometimes generate too much heat.
February 12,
2008
Safety Stars
Five-star rating scales are popular among food critics, movie reviewers and now, construction sites.
A group of about 100 construction workers were recognized for following proper safety techniques last week.
February 5,
2008
Changes to SLAC's Radiation Safety Policy
SLAC has made several important changes to its Radiation Protection Program.
January
January 24,
2008
SAFE07 Recognition
Persis Drell, Department of Energy Site Office Manager Paul Golan and members of the Directorate gathered in the Panofsky Auditorium Lobby on Tuesday morning to honor those featured in the SAFE07 campaign.
January 22,
2008
PCD is PCB Free
Recently, SLAC took yet another step toward becoming a greener and safer laboratory.
January 15,
2008
Lack of Sleep Disrupts Emotional Controls
Most of us know that sleepless nights can unhinge your emotions. Now scientists have a better idea of why this happens.
January 14,
2008
Safety-Compliant Subcontractors List
Now Online
The SLAC Purchasing Department recently posted the ES&H Safety-Compliant Subcontractors List to its website.
January 8,
2008
SLAC Emergency Response Team
Needs Volunteers
The chance of a major earthquake somewhere in the greater San Francisco Bay Area in the next 30 years is now estimated to be greater than 70%. Immediately following such a devastating event, professional assistance will be shorthanded and trained volunteers will be essential to help SLAC manage the immediate aftermath.
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