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Vicki Mullins - May 17, 2023
May 14-20 is National Women’s Health Week. The Mine Safety and Health Administration encourages women miners to check the condition and fit of their personal protective equipment.
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Reflections on Military Service, Mental Health and a Meaningful Career
Seward Dinsmore - May 17, 2023
During National Mental Health Awareness Month, Seward Dinsmore reflects on his military service, mental health and a meaningful career with the Wage and Hour Division.
5 Careers Making a Difference in Mental Health
Bureau of Labor Statistics - May 16, 2023
If you’re interested in a career supporting mental health, you may want to consider these five occupations that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects will grow much faster than average.
New Initiative Focuses on Preventing Falls
Mandy Edens - May 16, 2023
In 2021, there were 680 workplace fatalities associated with falls from elevations - about 13% of all deaths. Learn about our new National Emphasis Program to prevent falls and keep workers safe.
5 Takeaways from Listening Sessions with Doulas
Mathilde Roux - May 16, 2023
In February 2023, the Department of Labor’s Women’s Bureau conducted two listening sessions with doulas and doula servicing organizations. Here are five takeaways.
Investing in Nursing = A Better Care Economy
Brent Parton - May 12, 2023
National Nurses Week provides an opportunity to call attention to the value of a well-trained, well-supported, sustainable care workforce.
Resources to Support Working Families
Office of Public Affairs - May 12, 2023
Here are some of the ways the Department of Labor supports working families.
Pandemic Employment Losses Worse for Working Moms Without Degrees
Christin Landivar - May 11, 2023
Two new reports shed light on the status of working women in America and the challenges they face.
Data Spotlight: Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Workers with Disabilities in Skilled Trade Professions
David Rosenblum, Alexandra Ruth - May 10, 2023
During Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are spotlighting data on AA and NHPI workers with disabilities in skilled trade professions, which are critical for maintaining everyday infrastructure.