Flu season is upon us. Although seasonal flu viruses can occur at any time of year, flu activity tends to begin in earnest in October or November and can continue as late as May. Here in the United States, it typically peaks between December and February. 2018-2019 Flu Impact (So Far) Current preliminary estimates from […]
2019 Takata Vehicle Recalls
For the past several years, Takata air bags have presented a risk to American drivers. So far, tens of millions of vehicles with these air bags are under recall. Long-term exposure to high heat and humidity can cause the air bags to explode when they are deployed; these explosions have caused injuries and deaths. As […]
New Window Cord Safety Standard
Between 2012 and 2017, there were 50 infant and child fatalities reported to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) that were related to window cord strangulation. To help prevent child injuries, a new voluntary standard (ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2018) took effect on December 15, 2018 for stock window coverings that are sold in stores or […]
Flu Prevention Tips
Approximately 200,000 people are hospitalized with the flu each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It’s hard to calculate the number of flu deaths each year, because states are not required to report them and not everyone who passes away with flu symptoms is tested for the flu. Depending on […]
Versailles Pumpkin Show and Other Fall 2018 Events
Ripley County is beautiful all year round, but early fall is especially nice. September is full of great area events, including the Versailles Pumpkin Show right outside our office. Here’s a quick roundup of fall events in southeastern Indiana this month: Old Timbers Lodge Days The Big Oaks Conservation Society is hosting an open house […]
