Monday, May 9, 2022How to Find the Right Medical Alert System for You From: Caring.com Best Medical Alert Systems of 2022 article According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of every four older adults falls every year. Of those falls, 20 percent are serious, resulting in a broken bone, head trauma, or a similar injury. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, November 3, 2021The first week of November is dedicated to bringing awareness to drowsy driving. This is impaired driving, and, according to the National Sleep Foundation, around half of U.S. drivers admit to consistently driving while feeling drowsy. What drivers may forget to realize is how much driving impaired puts you and others at risk. READ MORE >>
Sunday, October 17, 2021October 17-23 is National Teen Driver Safety Week. During this week, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration encourages parents to have important conversations with their teenagers about staying safe behind the wheel. READ MORE >>
Friday, October 15, 2021Drive Safe This Fall: Avoid Animal Collisions Fall is a beautiful time of year, but it’s also when most wildlife-vehicle collisions occur. More than 300,000 of such incidents happen yearly between October and December, according to the Federal Highway Administration. READ MORE >>
Thursday, September 9, 2021Radon is a naturally occurring, radioactive gas produced by the breakdown of uranium in soil, rocks and water. Since a typical home’s air pressure is lower than the pressure in the soil around its foundation, the home can act like a vacuum and draw radon in through any cracks or gaps within its foundation. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, August 25, 2021Many vehicles are now equipped with run-flat tires. These tires let you continue driving for nearly 100 miles after a tire puncture or blowout occurs. Such tires allow you extra time to get to a safe, convenient location for a tow or tire replacement. Run-flat tires generally function like regular tires, with a few notable differences. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, August 10, 2021According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, back injuries account for almost 20% of all injuries and illnesses in the workplace, with only the common cold taking up more sick days. As an individual gets older, they are more likely to experience back pain. READ MORE >>
Friday, July 23, 2021As millions of Americans get vaccinated against COVID-19 and businesses resume normal operations, people are likely making plans to travel this summer. Of those planning to travel, 74% will take a domestic trip and 13% will travel internationally. READ MORE >>
Sunday, July 11, 2021Operation Safe Driver Week—an annual campaign conducted by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)— runs from July 11-17. This yearthe CVSA is focusing on speeding. The Purpose of Operation Safe Driver Week READ MORE >>
Monday, June 14, 2021Rising summer temperatures make the probability of hazardous heat exposure a real threat for many workers. In fact, there are more than 1,300 deaths in the United States each year due to extreme heat exposure, per the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). READ MORE >>
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