Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are commonly sustained in accidents involving head trauma. These are serious injuries and can be difficult to diagnose, particularly when a patient is not forthcoming about any symptoms they may be experiencing. Proper diagnosis of a TBI can be critical to most effective recovery and is also likely to play a […]
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Seniors, Stay Safe Out On the Road
We face unique challenges as we age. As our age increases so do our chances of experiencing a decline in our mental and physical health. Our vision, hearing, and reaction time can be impacted by advanced age and all of this can lead to serious safety concerns for our senior drivers. This is even more […]
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Aging and Driving Safety
Let’s face it, as we age, there are certain changes that many of us will go through. Our physical abilities may change and it is important to recognize this. Getting older will often mean that we have to be aware of the changes we are experiencing so that we can help keep ourselves and others […]
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Motor Vehicle Accidents and Traumatic Brain Injuries
While there is a range of severity, Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) are common and serious injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. TBIs can jeopardize your health and well-being in addition to having a dramatic impact on your quality of life. If you have sustained head trauma in a motor vehicle accident, you should be aware […]
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The Dangers of Speeding
We’ve all either been the driver or been near the driver that is going too fast down a road or interstate. Whether impatient, running late, or some other reason, speeding drivers are commonplace. While we all may have gotten used to speeding or being around speeding vehicles, it remains a dangerous driving behavior. There are […]
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Drowsy Driving is Dangerous Driving
Thousands of people each year are killed or seriously injured due to drowsy drivers. Unfortunately, the unyielding demands of society have played a key role in accepting this dangerous driving behavior. In a world that does not allow for much pause, we are busier than ever. Being tired and making the long commute to work […]
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Seat Belts—Why They are Necessary
The development of the modern seat belt, complete with lap and chest restraint, has been one of the biggest safety developments of modern times. Buckling up when you get in a vehicle is one of the best things you can do to keep yourself safe. Did you know that, according to the National Highway Traffic […]
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Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
It is illegal in every state to operate a vehicle while under the influence of drugs. This does not just mean it is illegal to operate a vehicle while impaired by illegal drugs, but it also includes those for which you have a valid prescription or even those sold over the counter. If you are […]
Continue reading…Dangerous Driving Behaviors of Teens
If you have a teen in your life, you know that, as they are on the cusp of full-blown adulthood, their actions can run a wide range from devastatingly immature to wise beyond their years. The fluctuation in choices that teens are notorious for can make even the most laid-back parent or loved one fear […]
Continue reading…Pedestrian Safety Tips
Walking is the oldest form of transportation! In the midst of rising gas prices, lack of exercise, and minimal time out in the fresh air, walking comes with many benefits. Pedestrians, however, must remain vigilant out there. When you are a pedestrian, there are no airbags. There is no strong metal structure surrounding you like […]
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