Common injuries hospital workers face
Hospitals are hazardous places to work. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, hospitals have nearly twice the rate of employee injuries than the rest of the private sector. And, based on total days away from work, hospital workers are even more prone to injuries than those who earn...
Fire hazards during the holidays
The holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of year when it comes to house fires. In fact, 1 out of every 3 residential fires happens in the months of December, January or February. And nearly 40 percent of fire fatalities fake place during that time period. Understanding...
Tips for safe holiday driving
With millions of people across the country hitting the roads for holiday travel in the coming weeks, the risk of accidents skyrockets – especially when winter weather rears its head. December is one of the worst months for driving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. In fact, December...
Pay attention to these 7 warning signs of nursing home abuse and neglect
Nursing homes are supposed to be safe places where the most vulnerable among us can receive the care and quality of life they deserve. Unfortunately, issues such as understaffing, overcrowding, poor training and negligent hiring can make a nursing home stay a nightmare. Far too many elders become victims of...
6 tips for staying safe this ski season
As the first official day of winter draws near, thousands of skiers are hitting the slopes across Pennsylvania and gearing up for the season ahead. Unfortunately, this time of year also brings an uptick in skiing accidents and injuries. On the whole, skiing is a relatively safe activity, especially when...