Troy and Stacy Schlotterbeck did everything they thought they were supposed to do when teaching their son Gavin to drive. They followed Ohio teenage driving laws—he was enrolled in driver education and they practiced with him during the six months he had his learner’s permit. They never could have anticipated what would happen to him …
Non-regulated Products – What Does This Mean?
Protecting your most precious cargo is one of the most important things you can do as a parent or caregiver. There are hundreds of items on the market that appear to be safe, but may actually be putting your child at an increased risk for injury or death. These items include items such as: mirrors, …
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Tips for Caregivers of Senior Drivers
Many caregivers will have to wrestle with the question of whether their senior loved ones should continue to drive. Though research suggests seniors are among the safest drivers, they do face some challenges. They are more likely to be injured in crashes because of vulnerabilities, such as fragile bones. In addition, many aging-related conditions can …
Make Ohio’s Roads Safer
A modern young driver licensing system is a proven effective strategy for reducing teen driver crashes, making travel safer for young drivers and everyone who shares the roads with them. Unfortunately, Ohio’s system for licensing young drivers hasn’t kept up with the latest research on teen driver crashes and how to prevent them. As a …
Holiday Blunders (And How You Can Avoid Them)
While celebrating the holiday season, it is important to keep safety in mind. The most common holiday related injuries and accidents that occur this time of year result from putting up and taking down decorations, followed by injuries from broken ornamental bulbs. Here are some tips to stay merry this time of year from The …
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