July 31, 2006
On November 7 ergonomics-minded election authorities could prevent a nationwide polling debacle like the "hanging chads" election of 2000.
July 28, 2006
There appears to be a score of good reason for pulling up concrete sidewalks and replacing them with rubber pavement, and one of them has ergonomic benefits.
July 26, 2006
A recent study shows physical fitness -- and smoking -- can be useful predictors of an occupational disorder.
July 24, 2006
New research reveals that medication errors harm 1.5 million people and kill several thousand each year in the United States. An ergonomic approach to the problem would be to look at human error as a symptom, not the cause.
July 21, 2006
Some outdoor seating taps into ergonomics to increase the pleasures of relaxing on the deck or patio.
July 19, 2006
A recent study compared driving while using a cell phone to drunk driving, a comparison so easily comprehended and so distasteful to most people that its impact was assured. But the dramatic study was only a means to an end.
July 17, 2006
Talking camera "reads" printed materials, such as newspapers and office memos, for blind and visually-impaired people. It promises to help them towards fuller and more productive lives.
July 14, 2006
The world's two-billionth cell phone user was connected up in July. The milestone is a reminder that it is still not clear if the devices are a health menace. Cell phone makers and service carriers say No, but health fears persist.
July 12, 2006
Employers with zealous, uncomplaining employees and near negligible absenteeism might be forgiven for feeling blessed, but they might be better to feel wary.