Bicycle helmets can prevent head injuries and save lives. According to the Centers for Disease Control, nearly 1,000 people die from bicycle crash injuries each year while nearly 550,000 individuals are treated in emergency rooms for injuries that occurred while riding bikes. Head injuries are the cause of 62% of fatalities related to bicycling injuries. […]
Is Your Infant Sleeping Safely?
If you’re a new parent or grandparent, you’re no stranger to exhaustion. The moments when the infant in your life is napping or sleeping soundly are more relaxed may seem like times when you can let your guard down a bit, but they can actually be incredibly dangerous if your baby’s sleeping environment is unsafe. […]
How to Become a Safer Winter Driver
Winter weather conditions can make driving challenging. This is especially true in the Midwest, where constantly changing conditions can lead to black ice and other unseen issues. Auto accident rates are higher in the winter, when ice and snow can create some truly unpredictable conditions. If the weather looks iffy, it’s best to avoid driving […]
Is Your Home Safe For Your Younger and Older Relatives?
As the holiday season approaches and you start making a list and checking it twice, consider the safety of your home. If you don’t live with young children or older adults, there are many areas of your home that could potentially be unsafe without some foresight. If you plan to host a holiday meal or […]
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 […]
