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October 30, 2019
Exposure to Toxic Substances Cause Roughly 2.8 Million Worker Deaths Per Year
According to a New York State Department of Health report, a toxic substance can be defined as any substance that causes “harm [when it] enters...
October 30, 2019
Birth injuries: Which are the most common, and why do they occur?
Perhaps one of the most exciting things about being a new parent is becoming a new parent. Many women have described giving birth as an...
October 28, 2019
Construction Accidents in New York State Have Increased by 39%
According to the United States Department of Labor (USDL), construction work was named one of the most physically demanding types of labor in 2018. Workers...
October 28, 2019
How To Prevent Dog Bites
In a report from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), researchers estimate that roughly 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs yearly. Around 800,000 of...
October 25, 2019
Asbestos in New York: The Threat Still Exists
When the mineral asbestos was used in the 19th century, it was lauded as one of the most versatile and cost-effective construction materials on the...
October 25, 2019
What To Do If You’re In A Motorcycle Accident in New York
Motorcycles are associated with several known risks in New York City. Riders have less physical protection, are more difficult for other drivers on the road...
October 24, 2019
School Bus Safety Week
The National Association for Pupil Transportation has designated National School Bus Safety Week this week. This public awareness campaign takes place every year in October,...
October 24, 2019
Uber Accidents: The Cost of Convenience
For many people, using a ride-share application like Uber can be a much safer alternative to driving under the influence of alcohol. According to a...
October 23, 2019
Halloween and Increased Child Pedestrian Fatality Rates
According to a 2019 study by JAMA Pediatrics, Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights to be a pedestrian. In the United States, children...
October 23, 2019
Infant Sleepers Caused Dozens of Deaths
Infant sleepers are popular products regularly purchased by new parents. But a Consumer Reports (CR) investigation has revealed that these products are associated with dozens...
October 22, 2019
October is Window Covering Safety Month
According to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), October is Window Covering Safety Month. This campaign aims to promote awareness about window-covering cords’...
October 22, 2019
Nursing Homes Cited for Unsafe Food Handling Practices
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 230 reported unsafe food-related illness outbreaks in nursing homes from 1998-2017, resulting in...