Blog Posts in June, 2011
Posted on Jun 28, 2011 By
Almost every teen is guilty of it and it is potentially one of the most dangerous things drivers can do - texting while driving. Last month, WCTV investigated exactly how receiving and responding to a ...
Continue reading "When It Comes to Driving, Cell Phones Might be Just as Dangerous as Alcohol" »
Posted on Jun 24, 2011 By
For many people, putting on a seat belt is an automatic thing. The Florida Times-Union reported seat belt usage rose in 2010 to a record 87.4%. The increase in seat belt usage is reflected in a sharp ...
Continue reading "Does Wearing a Seat Belt in a Car Accident Make a Difference?" »
Posted on Jun 16, 2011 By
In the last entry , I discussed the importance bike helmets can play in bicycle safety. According to the Mayo Clinic when your head strikes something like pavement, the force of it causes the brain to ...
Continue reading "How To Choose A Bicycle Helmet" »
Posted on Jun 15, 2011 By
Riding a bicycle is fun, keeps you active, is environmentally friendly and can be a great way to stay in shape. Although bike riding is a common practice in Florida, like many activities, it does have ...
Continue reading "Bicycle Safety - Not Just for Kids" »
Posted on Jun 14, 2011 By
The Binary Blogger recently posted about the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's proposal to put black box event recorders in all vehicles. The agency claims the data collected by this ...
Continue reading "Are Black Boxes in Cars Really a Good Idea?" »
Posted on Jun 1, 2011 By
Over Memorial Day Weekend, Americans across the country celebrated their freedom and remembered the brave men and women who died to protect it. Here in Florida, that meant many citizens packed up and ...
Continue reading "Sean Kingston Memorial Day Jet Ski Accident Serves as a Reminder About Safe Boating" »