As we begin our Monday morning, it is important to take a moment to remember this historic day that changed so many American lives. Today we remember all of the victims and families of victims from the September 11th attacks. Today there will be 9/11 Memorial services around the country to pay tribute to those …
Thousands of Americans experience a spinal cord injury each year. These injuries are devastating and can result in lifelong care causing significant physical challenges and emotional stress. Living with a spinal cord injury is extremely costly and can result in longstanding medical bills, loss of income, lengthy hospital stays, rehabilitation services and more. Below are recent …
Senator J.J Dossett has taken measurable action in efforts to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities in Oklahoma regarding distracted driving car accidents. Dossett has proposed the “The Bobbi White Act,” in honor of an Owassa Middle School teacher who was fatally injured in a motor vehicle accident last May by a distracted driver. …
When making an important purchase, such as a mobile device or a vehicle, there are many factors that help in your decision-making process. It is important to consider the potential safety risks associated with any product that you purchase. As consumers, we put our faith in manufacturers to deliver safe products and we trust our …
The holidays bring many joys- family traditions, delicious food and most importantly, the cherished company of family and friends. While we get so wrapped up in the process of gift shopping, time in the kitchen and organizing holiday arrangements, we often fail to consider safety around this chaotic time. Although we don’t like to think …
There are so many toys to choose from around the holiday season, it can be overwhelming. But the most important decision to make when purchasing a toy for your child or teen is the safety of the toy. There are thousands of toy recalls each year due to dangerous and defective toy products. Even now, …
Auto safety regulators are requesting that smartphone manufacturers create a “driver mode” for smartphones to help combat the rising number of motor vehicle fatalities caused by distracted driving. The new proposed feature is modeled after “airplane mode,” which prevents a mobile device from sending or receiving communications while flying. “Driver mode” would restrict certain mobile …
This year marks the 30thanniversary of the MADD “Tie One On for Safety” campaign. This is the leading public awareness campaign that brings light to the importance of designating a sober driver during the holiday season. Thousands of innocent lives are tragically taken every year due to drunk drivers. Sadly, the holiday season is no …
Across America, head concussions are a growing problem. These injuries can have a damaging, life-threatening impact on patients. Many people do not know how to identify a concussion. Common concussion symptoms can include: Headaches Nausea or vomiting Blurry or double vision Loss of consciousness Sometimes a victim will describe “just not feeling right” after a …
Traffic fatalities continue to be a widespread public safety issue across the U.S., causing thousands of preventable deaths each year. In the first half of 2016 alone, traffic-related fatalities rose by 10. 4% compared to last year, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). To read more about these shocking statistics, click here. The …
