In April 2017, a second phase of the BOHS’s Breath Freely incentive focusing on the manufacturing sector was launched with the initial focus on controlling exposure to welding fumes. This followed the successful launch of the Breathe Freely campaign in 2015, aimed at preventing occupational lung disease in the construction industry. The most recent report […]
Formaldehyde and the Irish Wake
Embalming is a widespread practice in Ireland due to the public expectation that they will be able to view the deceased as well as the length of time it takes to round up people for a funeral. The use of formaldehyde in the embalming process was brought to light again in recent months following […]
Vanity knows no pain
There is a growing body of medical research indicating a link between the chemicals that make nail products chip-resistant, quick drying and brightly colored and serious health problems amongst the nail technicians exposed to them. Many of the chemicals in nail salon products are classified as skin sensitizers and are also hazardous to the respiratory […]
