A safe crib is the best place for a baby to sleep. The United States Product Safety Commission has recalled nearly 7 million cribs since 2007. Many of those cribs have drop-sides that allow parents and caregivers to easily access the inside of the crib. The issue is that these moveable parts are prone to […]
ATV and Off Road Vehicle Safety
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and other off road vehicles, can be fun and useful for farm work, household chores, and more. However, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that it’s important to learn how to ride these vehicles safely. Recent data shows that there are more than 700 fatalities and 100,000 injuries each year […]
Prevent Vacation Injuries
Like most Americans, you probably spend months saving up for and dreaming about your next vacation. After all, vacation gives us a chance to relax, explore, and spend quality time with the people we love. No one goes on vacation expecting to have a less than positive experience, but for the thousands of individuals who […]
Lawn Mower Injuries
This time of year it seems like lawn maintenance just never ends. Mowing the lawn is a common chore for adolescents, but lawn mowers are machines that can be very dangerous if used improperly. The moving blades or engine of a lawn mower can cause a number of injuries, ranging from broken bones to burns […]
