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July 7, 2008
A merger of two rival pharmaceutical companies could prod doctors to switch from handwritten or phoned prescriptions to the e-route. The switch
July 2, 2008
Observational tools too subjective? Biomechanical models require impossible to obtain measurements? Research shows there may be an answer.
June 30, 2008
On July 1, California joins several other states in banning the use of hand-held cell phones behind the wheel. Recent research undermines Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger
June 25, 2008
June 23, 2008
The American Medical Association and federal Food and Drug Administration see peril in devices prone to shed parts in patients' bodies.
June 18, 2008
Self-reporting of computer use duration is significantly overestimated by research subjects, according to a recent study. Does this mean that musculoskeletal symptom frequency/intensity may be associated with lower computer exposures?
June 16, 2008
A motorcycle simulator in Britain gives researchers a means of anticipating ergonomics-related flaws that can take the fun out of a long ride.
June 11, 2008
If it is effective in reducing incursions, the new FAA standard for runway markings could prompt a challenge to the voluntary approach to airport safety
June 9, 2008
New research sheds light on the challenge of holding conversations while performing visual tasks such as driving.