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Beware of Falling Merchandise Accidents this Holiday Season
Dec 5, 2019
Winter in Florida means mild temperatures and holiday decorating that looks strangely out of place while most of the country is wrapped in a coat of white. One thing is the same here – holiday shopping! While shoppers may be focused on weaving through traffic to reach the best sales and threading through crowds to pick out the best gift items, other dangers lurk nearby. Falling merchandise can cause serious injury, mainly because items falling...
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What are the Problems with Vehicle Automation?
Nov 4, 2019
If you have driven or even been a passenger in a late model vehicle, you have likely experienced some level of automation. From the perspective of the driver, trusting automation is often daunting in the beginning, but automation is becoming more popular. As with all emerging technologies, it takes time to get used to change. However, there is an added dimension to the conversation surrounding vehicle automation, in that you are placing your trust in...
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Hidden Injuries after a Motor Vehicle Accident
Oct 10, 2019
Despite efforts from the National Highway Traffic Safety Association and other concerned agencies, millions of Americans are involved in motor vehicle accidents each year. Florida’s roads and highways are no exception. If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident on a Florida road, you may be one of the lucky few who walks away unscathed. However, it is important to remain conscious of the fact that hidden injuries may develop over time. Some...
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Look Out for Drowsy Drivers This New School Year
Sep 10, 2019
The summer holidays are over and it is time for kids to go back to school. With earlier alarm calls and busier roads to contend with, you may notice that some other drivers are not as focused as they should be when driving. Drowsy driving is believed to increase at the start of the school year because both parents and kids are readjusting to getting up earlier and not getting enough sleep. Teen drivers, especially,...
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Assessing the Crashworthiness of your Vehicle
Aug 15, 2019
Vehicle safety is important for both drivers and passengers. Crashworthiness is one of the metrics by which vehicle safety is tested. The term refers to the level to which the design and manufacture of a vehicle protects its occupants. In a worst-case scenario where you are involved in a collision, you want to know that your vehicle provides as much protection as possible. The design of a vehicle and the various components used in the...
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Are you Driving Safely Around Trucks?
Jul 2, 2019
Driving near trucks or any large commercial vehicle can be a dangerous experience. Taking the right safety measures could save your life. Even if the truck driver is at fault, it is important to give yourself the best chance possible of avoiding a serious truck accident. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and avoid accidents. Beware of Blind Spots The larger the vehicle, the larger the blind spots; which is why giving...
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Most Common Types of Nursing Home Abuse
Jun 4, 2019
If you have a loved one in a nursing home, you never want to discover that he or she has suffered abuse. Learn to recognize the signs of nursing home abuse, as vulnerable older adults are not always able to speak out. There are a number of common types of nursing home abuse; not all of which involve physical injury. Physical Nursing Home Abuse If your loved one suffers physical harm while under the care...
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Construction Site Accidents & Injuries
Apr 2, 2019
The law dictates that construction companies have a duty to protect workers while on site. This includes making reasonable accommodations that create a safe working environment. Due to the nature of work that takes place at a construction site, there is significant potential for injuries occurring if steps are not taken to prevent or remove hazards. Workers at a construction site are entitled to feel safe when on the job. If an accident occurs and...
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Elderly Patient Awareness
Mar 11, 2019
The Institute for Healthcare Improvement is committing the week of March 10-16, 2019 as Patient Safety Awareness Week. This week is an annual recognition event that encourages everyone to learn more about health care safety. They state that, “preventing harm in health care settings is a public health concern.” Preventing harm certainly is important in Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities. Patient Safety Statistics by The Institute for Healthcare Improvement: Current estimates place harm as a leading...
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Preventing Concussions
Feb 13, 2019
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) a concussion “is a type of traumatic brain injury – or TBI – caused by a bump, blow or jolt to the head or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to move rapidly back and forth. This sudden movement can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and sometimes...
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