Every high school football coach in New York should be concerned first and foremost with the health and safety of the players. A lack of adequate information and training about how to recognize a concussion could mean the difference between life and death for a young...
Month: October 2015
Study evaluates safety of trucker hours of service regulations
As the trucking industry expands to meet the rise in demand of the improved economy, large trucks make up more and more of the vehicles on the roadways in New York. The New York Times has recently suggested federal lawmakers are not doing enough to protect motorists...
Bicycle safety on the streets of New York City
Even though they have the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, cyclists are particularly vulnerable on the streets of New York. The New York City Department of Transportation is proactive in working toward bicycle accident prevention, promoting awareness and...
Advocacy group grades U.S. nursing homes by state
In New York, when a person is no longer able to perform daily tasks or self-care due to health issues, a nursing home may be the only option. Choosing the facility can be one of life's more difficult decisions because the quality of care can make such a difference in...
Tips for preventing all sorts of child injuries in everyday life
Children are learning, growing and full of energy, so they are often at a higher risk for injury than many parents would like. Some of the top risks include things like falls, drownings, accidental poisonings, injuries from fires and car accidents. To keep kids safe...
Cuomo: Major funding to reduce New York City car accident rate
New York is slated to be a major recipient of federal highway grants in the upcoming year, thanks to the efforts of Governor Cuomo and transportation experts throughout the state. The funding is designed to support programs that would reduce the number of New York...
7 tips that help keep medical mistakes from happening
For Medicare patients, it's been shown that the odds of a medical error are fairly high--about one out of every seven patients will experience one. These are overall numbers for the United States, but they still show that patients in New York must be aware and they...
Diabetes: Not an excuse for causing deadly truck accidents
Did you know that federal rules about commercial vehicle operation have loosened to include more diabetic drivers? In years past, people with insulin-dependent diabetes were prevented from obtaining commercial drivers licenses for interstate transport. Now, however,...
Preventing child injuries on the playground
When you take your child to a playground, you expect your child to have a great time exploring, running and playing. If a child is left unsupervised or if the playground equipment is not maintained properly or designed correctly, a serious injury can occur. Here are...
