You may be one of those in Florida who enjoys shopping from home more than going out into the crowds, especially during the holiday season. Shopping online is easy and convenient. You may pull out your phone or tablet and take care of a few gifts on your list on your...
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Broken ribs can create a painful setback
You are walking in your Florida apartment complex, hotel or public building when you reach the staircase that will take you to your destination. Unfortunately, some of the lights are out in the stairwell, so you have to feel your way up or down. Perhaps you reach a...
Is your child’s bike helmet safe?
Before you teach your child to drive a car, you’ll teach them how to ride a bike. While a bicycle isn’t as dangerous as a car, bicycle injuries are potentially serious. One protective measure you’ve thought to take is to get your child a bike helmet....
Seniors, children most vulnerable to staircase accidents
Falls can affect people young or old. The two most common groups for staircase falls are adults over age 85 and children under three years old. Staircase falls injure over 1 million people per day in the U.S., posing a significant concern for all age...
The most common motorcycle accidents causing injury and death
There's a tradeoff for the free-feeling, exhilarating sensations that come with motorcycle riding. The practice is extremely dangerous. But, learning about which hazards riders face most often can help you know what to expect while on the road.These are the most...
Florida pedestrian struck and killed by train
Florida Highway Patrol reported 53-year-old Mane Yee was struck and killed by an Amtrak train on September 9, while the Florida man was walking his bicycle in between train tracks.The man was unable to get out of the way, despite the train operator using his horn to...
Second nature: the dangers and causes of distracted driving
For many, driving is second nature. Drivers just put the car in gear and go. But that second nature mindset is a dangerous one to have on the road. That is because it can lead the driver to think they can do other tasks while driving, too.To many, the tasks may simple...