Allstate is embarking on a campaign to prevent motorcycle accidents at intersections with their ONE (Once is Never Enough) program. The insurance company first launched the program in 2009. It has used a different strategy each year since, encouraging motorists to look twice at intersections before hitting the accelerator. This year, Allstate teamed with Rick… read more
Shaken baby syndrome (SBS), also known as abusive head trauma (AHT), results when a baby is shaken violently and the head snaps back and forth, causing cranial or brain damage. Causes According to the National Center of Shaken Baby Syndrome, parents are frequently calling to find out if falls, horseplay, swings or other activities can… read more
Getting a motorcycle with anti-lock brakes decreases your chances of getting into a fatal accident by 37 percent, according to a new study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Antilock brake systems (ABS) offer a more controlled response to sudden braking. Without ABS, a hard brake can cause the wheels to lock and… read more
Recent research from the University of Alabama at Birmingham shows that victims of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) have a harder time making significant medical decisions for up to a month after their initial injuries. This is a big development for those suffering from TBIs as there has been very little research on how their injuries… read more
Riding a motorcycle poses challenges not experienced by automobile drivers, especially in construction zones. In honor of National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 23-27), here are some things to keep in mind during this year’s construction season. By the Numbers According to the Federal Highway Administration, 10.5 percent of fatal construction zone accidents involve motorcycle… read more
This week, Colorado police urge drivers to stay safe when passing through construction zones. Work Zone Awareness Week – April 23-27 – is a national effort to decrease the accidents, injuries and deaths that occur in work zones. Nationwide, there are three work zone fatalities a day and one work zone injury every 15 minutes,… read more
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycles are 37 times more likely to get into a crash per mile than a car is. One of the major reasons is that other motorists have a hard time seeing motorcyclists on the road, especially at night or in stormy weather. Here are a few ways… read more
A retired Army brigadier general/psychiatrist is recommending traumatic brain injury (TBI) victims try an alternative therapy that uses pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber to alleviate the symptoms of their injuries. When William Cook stepped on an IED while deployed in Iraq, he lost part of his left leg, damaged nerves and tendons in his… read more
Drivers in 2012 have plenty of gadgets and features to keep them entertained and informed. This also means that they face several distractions while on the road. The National Highway Traffic Administration is teaming with several local and state governments to spread awareness about the dangers of distracted driving in an attempt to prevent car… read more
Life after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be incredibly difficult. Victims often must relearn how to communicate, something many of us take for granted. Recognizing the difficulties faced by TBI victims, two Colorado organizations are lending their support to TBI victims by helping them gain access to assistive technologies. Many of us use electronic… read more
