All articles tagged with #protective gear
Pickleball, the rapidly growing sport in the US, is linked to a significant rise in eye injuries, with an estimated 1,262 cases in 2024 alone. The study highlights the lack of mandated eye protection and suggests establishing safety guidelines, especially for older players and casual participants, to prevent serious ocular injuries.
A new study highlights a significant rise in pickleball-related eye injuries in the US, especially among players aged 50 and older, with injuries like black eyes, orbital fractures, and retinal detachment increasing as the sport's popularity grows. Experts suggest wearing eye protection, although no formal mandates exist, to help prevent serious eye injuries.
Many U.S. dairy farms have not provided adequate protective gear to workers during a bird flu outbreak in cattle, raising concerns among health experts about the potential for human infections. Despite federal recommendations, many workers remain uninformed and unprotected, with some states yet to distribute necessary equipment. The CDC has urged the use of personal protective equipment, but implementation has been inconsistent, leaving workers at risk.
As Israel prepares for a possible ground invasion of Gaza, a grassroots volunteer effort has emerged to supply Israeli soldiers with essential gear that some say the government is failing to provide. Thousands of volunteers have mobilized to collect and distribute donated supplies, including helmets, vests, knee protectors, flashlights, and underwear. The government has faced criticism for its perceived lack of organization and support, prompting the Ministry of Defense to announce that tens of thousands of items are on their way. The volunteer effort has also expanded to provide various forms of assistance, including mental health counseling and missing persons investigations.
Some residents of Lahaina, Maui will be allowed to return to their properties next week, but they will likely have to wear protective gear due to potentially toxic ash from the recent wildfires. The reentry process will be gradual, with different zones being cleared for residents as they are inspected and deemed safe. The disaster area is expected to take about three months to fully clear. Authorities are warning residents about the health risks of handling debris and ash, which may contain hazardous substances such as asbestos and heavy metals. The state is also working to transition displaced people from hotels to long-term housing as they plan to reopen West Maui to visitors on October 8.
Damar Hamlin's near-fatal collapse during a Monday Night Football game last January has brought attention to commotio cordis, a rare but often lethal heart disruption that is among the most common causes of sudden cardiac death in competitive sports. While commotio cordis is seen most often in baseball, lacrosse, and hockey, it can also be triggered by the impact of an elbow, fist, or helmet in other sports. The debate now is whether commotio cordis protective gear should be more prevalent or even required in certain sports.