Do You Need a Training Class to Operate a Cell Phone?
February 16, 2004
Members of the electronics industry are finally starting to questions the ergonomics and usability of too many features on one small device.

Ergoweb CEO to Host Session at Ergonomics Conference
February 13, 2004
Ergoweb's President and CEO, Dr. Peter Budnick, CPE, will host the Behavior-based Ergonomics networking session at the 2004 Applied Ergonomics Conference.

Teen Can’t Concentrate? Could Be Lack of Sleep
February 13, 2004
New study indicates that U.S. teens are sleepier than other teens and could benefit from a more ergonomic school starting time.

Hospital Noise May Not Be Comfortable for Patients
February 11, 2004
New study shows peak noise levels in hospitals could mean little rest for the patients.

FDA Orders Easy-to-Understand Warnings for Prescription Drugs
February 9, 2004
Recent action by the FDA means marketing literature concerning warnings and side-effects of prescription drugs might stop being so confusing to consumers.

Ergonomics Delivers a More Comfortable Throne
February 6, 2004
With all of the activity that takes place, who wouldn’t appreciate a more comfortable seat in the executive washroom?

Is Your PPE Big Enough?
February 4, 2004
Britain's HSE looks at modifying design specifications for specific groups of workers.

New Book Release: Fundamentals of Office Ergonomics
February 4, 2004
"Fundamentals of Office Ergonomics," Ergoweb's latest publication, will begin shipping on March 1, 2004. Reserve your copy today and receive free shipping and handling.

Lack of Ergonomics Means Women Report More Injuries
February 2, 2004
Recent research is indicating that a woman may be more likely to get hurt when performing the same activity as a man, but is it a gender difference or just a lack of ergonomics?

Study Probes X-ray Techs and MSD Link
January 30, 2004
New study looks at the reasons behind the high number of MSDs in x-ray technicians.

The Ergonomics Report™ Celebrates 2 Year Anniversary with Special Pricing
January 28, 2004
The Ergonomics Report, Ergoweb's monthly printed newsletter, celebrates the beginning of its third year of publication by offering substantially reduced subscription rates until March 1, 2004.

School Furniture May Not Fit Students
January 28, 2004
Recent research in New Zealand indicates that school children may not fit into the furniture they're provided.

Prominent Ergonomics Experts Boycott OSHA Symposium
January 26, 2004
Citing a distortion of science for political gain, a group of well-respected U.S. ergonomists have chosen to formally boycott OSHA’s upcoming research symposium.

Designs for the Disabled Often Better for the Able, Too
January 23, 2004
Assistive technology and universal design have the potential to improve productivity for everyone.

Confidence-Building Helps Workers With Back Pain
January 21, 2004
New study indicates that measures to build confidence in workers with back injuries could get them back to work faster.

Guidelines or Not, Doctors' Hours Aren't Shorter
January 19, 2004
Recent report indicates that new doctors may still be working shifts that are too long.

Properly Trained Workers Report Less Pain
January 16, 2004
New study indicates that training plus equipment could be the answer to reducing workplace MSD symptoms.

Workers With MSDs Returning Without Ergonomics
January 14, 2004
New study focuses on what happens after workers file a claim for a work-related musculoskeletal disorder.

Computer Workers View Vision Problems
January 12, 2004
Computer users believe vision problems could get worse.

Speakers Announced for OSHA Ergonomics Symposium
January 12, 2004
National Advisory Committee on Ergonomics announces speakers for January symposium.