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Falls Protection Awareness Day (FPAD)
Falls Protection Awareness Day (FPAD) In the U.S., more than 5 million adults over 65 suffer from vertigo or balance disorder. These disorders can lead to severe consequences like falls, broken bones, and other injuries, as well as an increased risk of falling. To this end, many healthcare providers, community centers, and private organizations host...
[ Read More ]Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Distracted Driving Awareness Month April is distracted driving awareness month in the United States. Did you know that each year, approximately 3,000-5,000 fatalities result from distracted driving? And it’s not just the fatalities that significantly add up — distracted driving results in over 350,000 injuries each year. Distracted driving awareness month is designed to help...
[ Read More ]March Is National Brain Injury Awareness Month
March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month March brings National Brain Injury Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to not only learn about brain injuries but also dive into ways to learn how to avoid them. The CDC together with several other health-related groups work to educate people on preventing traumatic brain injuries and provide...
[ Read More ]The Holidays and National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
The Holidays and National Impaired Driving Prevention Month The holiday season is upon us and so is the time for us to celebrate by enjoying each other’s company. December is a month meant to spend with our loved ones and to enjoy all the festivities that follow. However, auto accident lawyers have noticed it is...
[ Read More ]Daylight Savings Time: Avoid Drowsy Driving
Daylight Savings Time: Avoid Drowsy Driving As we start to adjust our clocks to prepare for the time change, we need to ensure that we are still getting the adequate amount of sleep needed. The time change often worsens drowsiness and increases the risk of falling asleep at the wheel. Studies show that going too...
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