Guest Thinkers — February 16, 2011

Ergonomic computing

The more time we spend at our computers, the more importance we need to place on proper ergonomics. Prevent repetitive stress injuries, back pain, and eye strain by checking out the resources below. Your body will thank you for it.

Is your primary computing place ergonomically correct?

Ergonomic resources

Ergotron – Make Your Workstation Fit You (see image above)

UC-Irvine Ergonomic Review Tool

CDC Computer Workstation Ergonomics

CU Ergo (particularly the product and posture evaluations)

UNC Office Ergonomics

HealthyComputing

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The idea that we’re happier at the beginning and end of our lives is really just a comforting myth.

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The key to curbing sugar intake may lie in the gut rather than our tastebuds.

Health

Are “green” cleaners really less toxic than traditional products?

Based on product labeling claims, scientists hypothesized that green cleaners were less toxic. They were wrong.

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How horseshoe crab blood became one of the most valuable liquids in medicine

The crabs’ blue blood contains an ancient immune defense mechanism that has helped save countless human lives.

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