Recent Research on Occupational Animal Exposures and Health Risks: A Narrative Review.

Purpose Of Review: In the last year, an increasing number of studies have reported on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) transmission in Africa and Asia and in migrant workers. We reviewed original research on occupational health and safety of animal workers published from January 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019, with a targeted focus on infectious disease studies published in these populations.

Recent Findings: Studies focused on occupational exposures to infectious agents, dust and allergens, pesticides, and occupational injury.

Systematic review: Lost-time injuries in the US mining industry.

Background: The mining industry is associated with high levels of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Lost-time injuries are useful measures of health and safety in mines, and the effectiveness of its safety programmes.

Aims: To identify the type of lost-time injuries in the US mining workforce and to examine predictors of these occupational injuries.

Recommendations for Tobacco Control on Post-Secondary Campuses that are Geographically Isolated.

Background: Many Ontarians continue to report exposure to second-hand smoke in public spaces. Completely smoke-free environments are the preferred and socially responsible option for non-smoking policies; however, when considering the variety of landscapes in which post-secondary institutions are located, 'a one size fits all' smoking policy is unrealistic to implement and enforce. The purpose of the study was to: 1) gain a better sense of the prevalence of smoking and exposure to second-hand smoke in a post-secondary context that is geographically isolated; 2) assess the awareness of existing non-smoking initiatives; and 3) identify preferred approaches for tobacco control.