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Designing Safer Summers: How to Prevent Heat Stress and Protect Indoor Air Quality
As summer temperatures soar and air quality fluctuates, communities face a dual challenge: keeping people safe from extreme heat and ensuring the air they breathe indoors stays clean. These are…
How Summer Illnesses Can Disrupt Your Workplace (And How to Prevent It)saz
Summer is a time for vacations, travel, and a break from the everyday—but it’s also a season when infectious diseases can quietly follow people back to work. From the flu…
Avian Flu H5N1 in 2025: A Growing Threat?
Avian Flu H5N1 in 2025: A Growing Threat? Why We’re Talking About Avian Flu Again If you’ve been following public health news lately, you may have noticed avian influenza (H5N1)…
The Quaddemic is Here: What It Means and How to Stay Safe
The Quaddemic is Here: What It Means and How to Stay Safe Understanding the “Quaddemic” The term Quaddemic refers to the simultaneous spread of four major viruses: COVID-19, influenza (flu),…
The Science Behind Surface Cleaning and Disinfection: Practical Tips for 2025
This blog post is inspired by insights from the AIHA’s Indoor Environmental Quality Committee. Their expertise has guided the practical tips and science-based strategies shared here to help workplaces and…
Safe Holiday Gatherings: Lessons Learned from 2024 Outbreaks
As we welcome 2025, the memories of the past year’s significant infectious disease outbreaks are potent reminders of the importance of vigilance, preparation, and proactive prevention. From H5N1 avian influenza…
Oropouche Virus: A Growing Threat in the Americas
By Kenneth F. Martinez (CAPT USPHS Ret). President and Founding Board Member of The Integrated Bioscience and Built Environment Consortium (IBEC) As diseases once considered distant threats become increasingly prevalent…
The Difference Between Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting: How to Stay Healthy This Flu Season
This article was produced by the Household & Commercial Products Association (HCPA), a proud Commit to C.A.R.E. partner. As flu season approaches and COVID-19 remains a concern, understanding the difference…
Winter Health Guide: How Indoor Air Quality Can Protect You from Illness
We naturally retreat indoors as the cold winter months approach to seek warmth and comfort. However, with this shift comes an increased risk of exposure to airborne infectious diseases, including…
Flu Facts: Why Vaccination Rates Matter and How You Can Make a Difference
Flu season is here, and it’s important to talk about one of the most effective tools we have to protect ourselves and our communities: the flu vaccine. Flu shots may…