The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that 5.7 million people filed fraud reports in 2021. Collectively they lost more than $5.8 billion to fraud. That’s a $2.4 billion jump in losses from the previous year. Common Scams From cryptocurrency scams … Continue reading
Spring Cleaning: Don’t Forget About Poison Prevention
National Poison Prevention Week takes place during the third full week of March each year. As you prepare for spring cleaning and working in the yard, keep these poison prevention tips in mind. Household Cleaners Store household cleaners and chemicals … Continue reading
Prevent Medical Harm: Patient Safety Awareness Week
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) hosts Patient Safety Awareness Week in March to inspire action to improve the safety of the health care system for both patients and providers. Medical Harm Impacts Millions of Patients Worldwide Medical harm is … Continue reading
Who’s at Fault in a Self-Driving Car Accident?
Autonomous vehicles and self-driving cars seemed like something out of a science fiction novel just a few years ago, but automotive technology is evolving rapidly. As these vehicles become more common, more drivers are going to have questions like, “Who’s … Continue reading
Anchor Furniture to Prevent Injuries
Furniture and large items such as televisions should be anchored to prevent tip-overs as part of your childproofing plan. While it’s especially important to anchor these items if you have young children, it’s also a good best practice for everyone, … Continue reading