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By Emma Whitford Bruce Chavez thinks that he is likely to die if he contracts the novel coronavirus. Not only is he vulnerable because of his age, but the Navajo…

For the first time in 30 years, high-temperature nuclear plants can use a new metal. By Caroline Delbert Scientists working at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) have announced the approval of…

The Department of Labor’s Division of Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation will now allow physicians to use telemedicine for routine visits. This is a temporary policy in response to…

Board agrees to finalize recommendations to DEEOIC before their term expires The Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health, which advises the Department of Labor’s Division of Energy Employees…

Image Credit: Fierce Biotech Battelle Memorial Institute was founded in 1923 with an endowment from the estate of Gordon Battelle. Located in Columbus, Ohio, the institute's mission is to develop…

By Susan Adkisson Radiation Emergency Medicine at REAC/TS provides a 3.5-day course is intended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other healthcare providers. First responders, emergency management, and…

The Department of Labor’s Division of Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation issued Final Bulletin 20-03 to allow claimants and their provider to participate in telemedicine. Telemedicine visits pertain to reauthorizations…

The Department of Labor (DOL) is asking for nominations for the Advisory Board on Toxic Substances and Worker Health.  DOL is committed to equal opportunity in the workplace and seeks…

In response to a Seattle Times investigation, advocates seek benefits for workers who wore leaky respirators at Hanford By Patrick Malone Seattle Times staff reporter…

COVID-19 DEEOIC FAQs Question #1: I am a recipient of home health care benefits under EEOICPA, and I am required to have a face-to-face appointment with my physician to renew…