NIOSH eNews ; v. 4, issue 7

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From the Director's Desk: A preview of new developments and upcoming products from the NIOSH nanotechnology program; Guidance provides updated recommendations on the use of surgical masks and respirators in health care settings. -- HHS Completes Allocation of WTC Medical Care Funds -- NIOSH and BLS Release Workplace Violence Prevention Results -- "WorkLife 2007" Symposium Set for September -- NIOSH Announces Two New Centers for Excellence to Promote a Healthier Workforce -- Special Issue of American Journal of Industrial Medicine Focuses on Effects of Long Work Hours -- Two NIOSH Employees Receive Interagency Teamwork Award -- Elyce Biddle Receives 2006 Samuel Gompers Award -- NIOSH hosts "Molecular Mechanisms of Metal Toxicity and Carcinogenesis Conference" -- NIOSH Facilities Host Diversity and Breast Health Awareness Speakers -- Cincinnati employees wear pink for a cure -- Pittsburgh Diversity Committee hosts speaker -- Results from Feasibility Assessment Will Assist NIOSH in Conducting New Surveillance Activities -- -- Georgetown Forum Looks at Federal and State OSHA Programs.