Did you know that nearly half of all car seats are installed incorrectly? Car seats and booster seats help keep children safe in automobiles. When properly installed, car seats can reduce the risk of injury in a car accident by … Continue reading
Aspirin for Heart Attack Prevention: New Guidelines
A recent study conducted by Harvard University and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center brings the practice of taking aspirin daily for heart attack prevention into question. Millions of Americans take aspirin each day, with or without the recommendation of a … Continue reading
What is the SAFE Vehicles Rule?
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Deputy Administrator Heidi King recently addressed Congress to discuss Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) vehicles. She pointed out that while newer vehicles are safer and more environmentally friendly than older vehicles, the price of a … Continue reading
Celebrate the 4th of July in Ripley County
There is no shortage of great Independence Day celebrations in Ripley County. Whether you want to see the fireworks, go to a parade, or hear a symphony orchestra perform, there is an activity for you. We’re rounding up the Ripley … Continue reading
National Consumer Protection Week
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) hosts National Consumer Protection Week during the first full week of March each year. Throughout this week, the FTC and partners provide information and advice on scams, identity theft, and other consumer protection issues. Scams … Continue reading