It's distracted driving awareness month, and one of the biggest culprits - texting while driving - deserves ongoing focus. More than 25 percent of traffic accidents involve cellphones, according to Zendrive. Using your phone behind the wheel makes you at least four...
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Month: April 2018
A concussion may be more serious than you think
Many people assume that concussions are little more than a headache. They do not take them seriously.However, if you suffer a concussion, the Brain Injury Association of America warns that it could be very serious. It is a traumatic brain injury (TBI), after all -- a...
5 surprising facts about spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries are among the most devastating. They have a big impact on all areas of life, from victims' physical and emotional well-being to their career goals and financial outlook to their day-to-day mobility and quality of life.According to the National...
How the ‘what if?’ game helps drivers focus
Truck drivers face all of the same distractions that other drivers do, from the allure of cellphone use to the simple distraction of daydreaming.In some ways, though, the risk may be higher. Truck drivers are on the road for 40 hours per week. They are very good at...
Summer holidays are coming. You need to know the risks
As spring hits full swing, many people are looking forward to the summer months. There is a carefree, relaxed attitude to the summer, in part because it contains numerous holidays that give adults and children alike the chance to put responsibilities on hold and enjoy...
Key statistics about construction and traumatic brain injuries
The construction industry is infamous for the high risk of injury that workers face on the job. Many injuries are relatively minor, such as small cuts, bruises and sprains However, workers also suffer very serious injuries, such as traumatic brain injuries. These can...