Spring weather can create hazardous walking conditions due to warmer temperatures, melting snow, and frequent rain. Wet sidewalks, potholes, and uneven pavement can lead to serious slip and fall injuries. In this article, we’ll cover the most common spring slip and fall hazards, who may be responsible, and what to do if you’re injured. Common […]
Youth Sports Safety: Overuse Injuries
National Youth Sports Safety Month is held each April. While youth sports offer a great way to get exercise while learning about teamwork and discipline (and having fun!), they can also come with sports injuries. While some injuries such as broken bones are typically obvious, overuse injuries like tendinitis might be less apparent. In this […]
Distracted Driving and Work Zone Awareness
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. National Work Zone Awareness Week also takes place in April. Distracted driving in work zones creates a dangerous situation for everyone on the road. In this article, we’ll discuss work zone risks and distracted driving. Work Zone Crashes 891 individuals died in work zone crashes in 2022. 94 highway […]
Poisoning Prevention: Protect Your Family from Hidden Dangers
Poisoning is a major household hazard that affects people of all ages. However, it poses a particular risk to children, older adults, and pets. Many everyday household items like cleaning supplies, medications, and even plants contain chemicals that can be toxic if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. More than two million poisoning cases […]
How Daylight Saving Time Change Affects Driver Safety
Daylight Saving Time (DST) occurs in March and November each year. The clock “leaps forward” by an hour in March and “falls back” an hour in November. The time change disrupts sleep patterns and circadian rhythms, so it often takes time for individuals to adjust. Driving safety can be impacted by DST due to fatigue […]