Whether or not there’s snow on the ground, winter weather can present special challenges, especially for children and senior citizens. In this blog post we’ll share some tips for keeping everyone safe in colder weather. Weather-Appropriate Clothing Be sure to dress for the weather. Several thin layers will help everyone stay dry and warm; layers […]
Holiday Safety
The rate of automobile accidents increases around the winter holiday season each year. Colder weather combined with increased traffic can lead to collisions, so it’s an appropriate time to review winter driving safety tips. On the Road If you’re traveling for the holidays this year, make sure that your vehicle is well maintained. Inspect your […]
Doctor’s Visit Guide
Do you accompany your loved one on doctor’s visits? Whether you’re providing care for an aging parent, young child, or an injured family member, it’s important to work closely with your loved one’s care providers. In this blog post, we’ll share tips for an effective visit to the doctor’s office. Prior to the Visit Keep […]
Takata Airbag Recalls Continue
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently reported that the Takata recall has been expanded. The most recent recall affects Nissan, Ford, and Mazda vehicles. Based on NHTSA-ordered testing, new at-risk inflators were discovered. None of these vehicles have experienced an airbag rupture during testing or while on the road. The inflators that were recently […]
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
Prevent Blindness has designated August as Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. Eye injuries are common in children, but they are often preventable. According to Prevent Blindness, 125,000 eye injuries each year involve common household products. A sports-related eye injury is treated in an emergency room every 13 minutes. Not only that, a whopping 43% […]
