Safety gear that helps prevent a collision with a motor vehicle is much more effective than gear meant to protect you in the event of an accident. Helmets can help minimize the seriousness of brain and head injuries and should always be worn when biking, but they do not prevent accidents and their overall effectiveness […]
Pet Safety: Dogs Riding in the Back Seat
July 14, 2014 By
Just like your child, your dog should always ride in the back seat. It is the safest place in the vehicle for your dog, and it can help prevent an accident. When dogs ride in the front seat they can cause distractions, especially if they are prone to jump in your lap or into the […]
Bicycle Safety: Most Common Type of Collisions with Cars
July 13, 2014 By
Every time you ride your bike in traffic, you are taking your life in your own hands. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it, but that you cannot rely on the law, the rules of the road, or your right-of-way to protect you from getting hit by a car. Here are some of the most […]
Kids & Hot Cars – A Deadly Combination
July 11, 2014 By
An average of 38 children die of heatstroke while trapped in cars each year. More than half are unintentionally left in the vehicle and over 30% got into the vehicle on their own. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) launched its “Where’s the baby? Look before you lock,” campaign back in 2012, and the […]
Planning Ahead, Aging At Home
July 9, 2014 By
Planning Ahead Can Help You Stay in Your Home as You Age No one wants to be forced to move because of age-related disabilities. If you plan ahead, you can start make the changes that will allow you to “age in place” and continue to enjoy your home safely and conveniently. Most homes are not […]
What Teens Say about Texting While Driving
July 7, 2014 By
Texting while driving (TWD) is now the leading cause of death for teen drivers, surpassing drunk driving and other forms of intoxication. A recent survey, conducted by Bridgestone Americas Teen Drive Smart, found that teens and young adults understand that TWD is dangerous, to the point that 70% of those surveyed have asked someone they […]
Wildfire Preparedness: Build Your Emergency Supply Kit
July 4, 2014 By
If you don’t have an emergency supply kit, you need one. It is essential for wildfire preparedness, and something you should have for all types of disasters and emergencies. You can purchase various types of emergency kits, and that is not a bad starting point for your kit, but it really needs to be personalized […]
Wildfire Preparedness: Protect Your Home during Evacuation
July 2, 2014 By
If you get the order to evacuate, do not hesitate. Get out immediately. But, if you are on pre-evacuation notice, or if you believe evacuation is imminent, there are steps you can take to prepare your home so that it may be spared from destruction, your return home can go more smoothly, and fire fighters […]
July is UV Safety Awareness Month
July 1, 2014 By
Sun damage is the leading cause of the most common type of cancer. Skin cancer is primarily the result of too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun. Sun damage also causes premature aging, wrinkles, and discoloration of your skin in the form of sun spots and, in some people, persistent redness. July […]
