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Ensuring a safe and healthy Fourth of July celebration with food safety precautions

As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day with their loved ones, friends, and outdoor cookouts, ensuring food safety is paramount in safeguarding everyone against food-borne illnesses. This Fourth of July, it is important to remember proper food handling practices. Traditionally, the Fourth of July involves outdoor gatherings with classic dishes like hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled meats, and fresh fruits. To guarantee the safety of these delectable treats, special attention needs to be paid to the significance of cleanliness and adherence to recommended guidelines. First and foremost, washing hands before and after handling raw meat, poultry or seafood is crucial in…

China General Nuclear Europe Energy – RoSPA Workplace Safety Blog

At the close of a successful 2019 RoSPA Health and Safety Awards, 20% of entries received were from international organizations… that’s more than ever before! From Mauritius to Hong Kong, our community awards continue to grow year after year. Based at their head office in Shenzhen, China, we spoke to Huang Yuan Zheng, President of China General Nuclear Europe Energy (CGN EE), about their awards journey towards their first RoSPA Health and Safety Award… What motivated you/your organization to enter the RoSPA Awards? RoSPA is an international organization for the prevention of accidents, it is an honor for CGN EE…

More States Drop Sales Tax on Disposable Diapers to Boost Affordability

Shirley Bloxom can’t forget the pride-swallowing shame she felt asking friends and church members for financial help. After the surgery left her husband partially paralyzed, he needed to use disposable underwear at least three times a day, said Bloxom, 72. Living on a fixed income, the couple couldn’t afford them. Bloxom’s husband is among the estimated 2.5 million older Floridians who use incontinence products, such as pads and adult diapers, daily. But with over a tenth of the Sunshine State’s seniors living in poverty, many struggle to pay for the supplies they need. Last month, Florida joined a growing number…

Can eating more protein help preserve health?

Share on PinterestIt is important to get protein from a range of sources, whether they are plant or animal-based. Jordan Lye/Getty Images A new study in mice suggests that consuming a moderate amount of protein may be most conducive to metabolic health. In the study, the sweet spot for moderate protein consumption was between 25% and 35% of a mouse’s daily diet. Older people need more protein due to the body no longer being able to process the macronutrients efficiently. It only makes sense that a person’s nutritional needs change as they go through life from childhood through adulthood. As…