It's nearly summer, and for many kids, that means long, lazy days spent splashing in the pool. Unfortunately, summer also means a spike in drownings - the leading cause of death for children under age four. Parents with young children need to be aware of the hazards....
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Month: May 2018
Hollywood whistleblowers shed light on drowsy driving problem
Last fall, Riverdale star KJ Apa crashed his car into a lamp post on his way home from a 14-hour day of shooting. Combined with the on-set death of a Midnight Rider camera tech, the accident has spurred an important conversation about long hours in Hollywood - and the...
Why surgeons struggle with alcohol
There are few things as concerning as seeking treatment from a surgeon who has been drinking when you go in for even minor surgery. Alcohol abuse makes accidents and mistakes far more common. On top of that, studies have found that the rate of alcohol problems among...
California may adjust standards for police use of force
After police officers shot and killed an unarmed 22-year-old man, Stephon Clark, activists and local politicians throughout the state have called for revisions to the California Peace Officer's Bill of Rights, or POBR. The POBR governs disciplinary action involving...
7 reasons truckers give for big-rig accidents
Thousands of people die in semitruck accidents every year. Beyond that, many more people suffer serious injuries. These accidents are incredibly dangerous since trucks are so large and powerful compared to passenger cars.So, why do these accidents occur? Each crash is...
The very real danger of trench collapses
Digging a trench by hand, or working in a trench that was already dug out, is sometimes necessary on a construction project. In many ways, trench digging seems so straightforward and simple that it's hard to imagine it would be dangerous on a construction site filled...
Construction hazards that every worker should watch out for
Construction is tiresome work. It's also dangerous work. As every construction worker knows, some risk is inherent in the job. Still, many construction accidents and injuries are preventable. Being aware of the hazards - and understanding how to navigate them - is...
3 people, including an infant, die in fiery DUI crash
Three people have passed away after a tragic car accident that caused their vehicle to burst into flames. The man who allegedly caused the wreck has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.According to reports, a blue Dodge Caravan was heading...
Preventable childbirth complications are on the rise
The birth of a child should be one of life's most beautiful experiences. For far too many, however, it instead becomes a brush with death.Childbirth complications are surprisingly prevalent in the United States. More than 50,000 women nationwide suffer from them every...