A CDC report found that adult bicycle-related deaths increased between 2009-2018. In addition, nearly 597,000 bicycle-related traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) were treated in US emergency departments during that same period, with males three times more likely to find themselves in the hospital. Reduce Your Injury Risk Wearing helmets can reduce your risk of head injury, […]
Prevent Workplace Safety Incidents Before They Start
June is National Safety Month, and this year is extra special because it is the 25th anniversary of the event. The annual awareness observance is a reminder of the importance of safe practices. The National Safety Council reports that workplace injury deaths in the US are on the rise, with the highest number reported since […]
Trailer Safety Week: Safe Driving Tips
Trailer Safety Week is an annual awareness campaign designed to increase awareness of trailer safety and proper trailer safety. The 2021 event takes place from June 6-12. There are millions of trailers on the road every day. It’s critical to make sure that trailers are towed safely for everyone’s safety. Safe Driving Since all components […]
Safe Sleep for Infants
Soft plush toys and blankets may be adorable, but sleeping infants shouldn’t cuddle up to them. A recent study by the journal Pediatrics found that allowing infants to sleep on soft bedding can be a risk factor for sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUIDS). This study examined more than 4900 SUID cases that occurred between 2011 […]
Staying Independent: Making Home Safer for Older Americans
May is Older Americans Month! It’s a great time to think about ways to keep the older adults in your life safe, happy, and independent. After all, the CDC reports that someone age 65 or older falls every minute of every day in the United States. Falls can lead to serious injuries, so any steps […]
