Texas. The Lone Star State. Everything here is bigger...even the injuries. Summertime is the season that many Texans look forward to the most—from spending all day at the beach to hosting barbecues around the campfire under the stars. … [Read more...] about Texas Summer Safety Guide
Distracted walking: A growing cause of emergency room visits
The perils of distracted driving are well-documented in our society. Some states have even implemented laws banning cell phone use while driving. There’s another form of cell phone distraction, however, that is leading to a sizable spike in emergency … [Read more...] about Distracted walking: A growing cause of emergency room visits
Halloween Health and Safety Tips
FROM THE CENTERS DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION Fall celebrations like Halloween and Harvest Day are fun times for children, who can dress up in costumes, enjoy parties, and eat yummy treats. These celebrations also provide a chance to give out … [Read more...] about Halloween Health and Safety Tips
Five Steps To Childproof Your Home
Childproofing a home can prove to be invaluable step in reducing risk of injury and preventing a frantic trip to the emergency room. If you’re a parent or caregiver of a young child, you should consider childproofing your home even before your child … [Read more...] about Five Steps To Childproof Your Home
Window safety: Preventing window falls in your home
It’s hard to resist cracking open a window to let a cool breeze into your home or apartment, but for families with young children, there’s an inherent danger if they don’t take proper precaution. Children falling from windows account for more than … [Read more...] about Window safety: Preventing window falls in your home
Traffic Safety: Are you distracted?
Many distractions can take your attention away from the road when you’re driving. Tiredness, chatty passengers, and even occasional daydreaming can make it difficult to remain vigilant behind the wheel. Even more concerning is the fact that the … [Read more...] about Traffic Safety: Are you distracted?
Hailstones: Preparing for Severe Weather Season
Roughly 5,536 hailstorms hit the United States last year according to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, many of which occurred in Texas (557 cases). Capable of producing hail the size of baseballs, softballs, and even DVDs, these … [Read more...] about Hailstones: Preparing for Severe Weather Season
Staying Safe on St Patrick’s Day
March 17th is not just a day of celebration to commemorate a well-known patron saint, but it’s also a day of mourning for many families. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Commission, drunk driving contributed to more than 40 percent of … [Read more...] about Staying Safe on St Patrick’s Day
The Dangers of Hypothermia
In April of 1912, the RMS Titanic claimed the lives of more than 1,400 people after the ship collided with an iceberg in the North Atlantic and sank within a few short hours. As one of the deadliest maritime disasters in history, many of the ship’s … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Hypothermia
Cooking Dangers: How to stay safe on Thanksgiving
Cooking accidents contribute to an average of 430 home fires and injuries every day, and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) warns that the risk of having a fire in the kitchen triples on Thanksgiving Day. A house full of people coupled … [Read more...] about Cooking Dangers: How to stay safe on Thanksgiving