Social media has become a prevalent part of our online activities. Did you know that approximately 3.6 million people use social media worldwide? What’s more, this number is only projected to increase. Since Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, Pinterest, and other platforms have grown in popularity, many individuals have taken to sharing glimpses of […]
Preventing Heatstroke in Cars
The first child fatality due to heatstroke in 2020 occurred on April 25th. A four-year-old climbed into a vehicle without his family’s knowledge and died of heatstroke. The number of children dying from heatstroke in vehicles has increased in recent years. There were 52 hot car deaths in the United States in 2019 alone. 54% […]
Boating Accidents: What You Need to Know
Boating is a fun and relaxing activity to enjoy with family and friends. It’s a popular way to spend a summer day on Indiana’s many lakes and rivers. While boating is a reasonably safe activity when everyone takes proper precautions, there is a risk for serious injury. In 2019, the United States Coast Guard counted […]
Back to School in the Time of COVID-19
Back to school looks a lot different this year. Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb ordered Indiana schools to close earlier this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many parents suddenly found themselves working from home while supervising their students’ virtual classes. Others struggled to find childcare and time to help students with their homework due to […]
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks in Indiana
Dog-related injuries are particularly common during summer months. It can be tempting to bring dogs to outdoor events, but dogs can become nervous and anxious around crowds and noise. This stress can result in dog bites and other animal attacks. Each year, there are approximately 5 million dog bite victims in the US; about half […]
