Despite laws prohibiting Hoosiers from using their phones while driving, distracted driving accidents related to cell phone use are all too common in Indiana. Texting, talking, and using social media on your phone are all activities that become downright dangerous when you’re in the driver’s seat. Of course, there are other forms of distracted driving […]
Common Types of Long-Term Care
Having the right long-term care team can make all the difference. Long-term care is most often provided at home by unpaid family members and friends, but it can also be provided in a facility like a nursing home or adult day care center. The most common long-term care needed is help with everyday personal care […]
Cleaning Product Safety for Kids and Pets
It’s spring cleaning season which is a great reminder of the importance of cleaning product safety and poison prevention. Proper storage is key to keeping your kids and pets safe year-round! Storing Cleaning Products From liquid laundry packets to glass cleaner to bleach, brightly colored cleaning items may be particularly appealing to little ones. Items […]
Consumer Product Recalls and Your Safety
Defective and unsafe products can cause serious injuries and even death. Recalls of everyday products increased in 2022 by 33% compared to 2021. Are products getting more dangerous or is oversight getting more intense? It’s hard to say, but it’s important to take product recalls seriously. In many cases, people continue to use recalled products […]
Check for Recalls During Vehicle Safety Recalls Week
Vehicle recalls shouldn’t be taken lightly. Recalls affect your safety and the safety of your passengers. Vehicle Safety Recalls week is an important reminder to check for open recalls on your vehicles. There are hundreds of recalls issued annually. Also, sometimes recalls are updated. For example, several Takata air bag recalls were upgraded to “Do […]
