High Visibility Apparel Keeps Workers Safe

Construction workers, warehouse workers, and police officers are just a few examples of employees that you might see wearing high-visibility garments like bibs, vests, coveralls, or hard hats with reflective tape. These simple, yet effective items are often part of a recommended safety protocol that has been put into place to protect workers and help » Read More

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Motorists May Face Stricter Penalties for Hitting Cyclists

As the temperatures continue to rise, and the days are getting longer, more people are riding their bikes, whether it is to school, work, or as a recreational activity. While riding a bike is a great form of exercise, it is also much less expensive than other forms of transportation, and it is does not... Read More

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How Many Car Accidents are Caused by Texting and Driving?

In 2016, 3,450 people were killed in motor vehicle accidents involving drivers who were texting during or just before the crash. Nearly 400,000 people were injured in such accidents. Distracted driving is on a par with drunk driving when it comes to causing automobiles fatalities and injuries. Those between the ages of 16 and 20, » Read More

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Proposed Bill Forbids Non-Consensual Pelvic Exams

Imagine how you might feel if you found out that your healthcare provider performed a pelvic exam, without your consent, while you were unconscious or under anesthesia. As disturbing as this may sound, this is legal in 45 states, including Maryland. Physicians are not required to obtain consent from patients to perform certain exams on » Read More

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Hazards of Heavy Lifting in the Workplace

Working in a warehouse or at a busy construction site often involves a significant amount of heavy lifting. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), heavy lifting is one of the main causes of workplace injuries, over one third of which include shoulder and back injuries. Many of these injuries can be avoided » Read More

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Safety Officials Address High Crash Rate on I-83 in Baltimore

There are over a dozen major interstate highways that run through the state of Maryland. None, however, have a crash rate as high as I-83, which has more than double the amount of crashes compared to other Maryland highways. A recent study found that there are some short-term solutions, but they could cost the city... Read More

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Subaru to Recall Over One Million Vehicles

In 2018, the Subaru Impreza was named the safest car, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The Subaru Outback was ranked in second place. Recently, however, the automaker shared plans to recall 1.3 million vehicles in the United States. In certain Subaru cars and SUVs, the brake light failed to illuminate, even » Read More

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