Millions of Americans ages 65 and older fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More than one out of every four older adults falls each year, but fewer than half tell their doctor. Falling one time doubles the chance that a person will fall again. Falls can cause more […]
New Takata Recall: Defective Inflators
Air bag manufacturer Takata has issued a new recall involving air bags that were built with non-azide driver inflators (NADI). This is separate from the ongoing air bag inflator recalls that affect over 41 million vehicles. What’s Going On? The issue with the recalled air bags is that defective inflators could explode, or cause the […]
Prevent Winter Sports Injuries
Snowboarding, ice skating, sledding, and snow skiing are all fun activities, but they have a couple of important things in common. One, they only take place in winter months (unless you travel or go to an indoor ice rink) and two, they can all lead to sports injuries without proper precautions. Common Winter Sports Injuries […]
Sleep Deprivation: Dangerous at All Hours
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), more than 1 in 3 people are not getting enough sleep. Identifying fatigue can be difficult, especially if you are consistently tired. After all, nearly everyone has experienced tiredness. Fatigue: Who’s At Risk? Fatigue is a physical, mental, or social impairment. It includes reduced energy, sleepiness, and tiredness. […]
Preventable Deaths at an All Time High
Preventable deaths are the third leading cause of death in the US and have reached record numbers, due in large part to the opioid crisis. In fact, four in ten Americans have been impacted by preventable deaths. 75% of preventable incidents happen in homes and communities. As the name implies, preventable deaths can be prevented. […]
