Motorcycle safety is always an important issue, but today it becomes especially pertinent to look twice for these at-risk drivers. That’s because today is Ride to Work Day, in which motorcyclists from across the country are called on to ride their motorcycle to and from their place of employment.  The hope is that enthusiasts can… read more

A lot of attention has been placed lately on how important it is to restrain an animal while driving in a vehicle.  But a new report demonstrates that these types of restraints might not be as safe as many people believe. A study designed to look into the safety of pet restraints and harness systems… read more

The Food and Drug Administration needs more information before they can approve a new drug for the prevention of blood clots in individuals who are in the process of undergoing chemotherapy. The drug being considered is a blood thinner known as semuloparin.  Produced by the Paris-based Sanofi, it was hoped by the company that the… read more

A new report demonstrates that even the Food and Drug Administration is not free from political arguments. According to Reuters, The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, led by Republicans, is placing the blame for drug shortages directly on the shoulders of the FDA.  The committee came to the conclusion that the FDA is… read more

If you’ve been to the grocery store to buy produce, you’ve no doubt come across the stickers that are placed on each item to designate what kind of fruit it is.  But if a new report is any indication, those stickers could soon become a thing of the past. The Food and Drug Administration has… read more

A recall taking place in another country has shaken confidence in an already struggling industry. The recall was announced by the Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Company, and it concerns Quan You baby formula produced by the company.  This baby formula may have been compromised with high levels of mercury that could pose a danger… read more

As much as we discuss car accidents and their tragic ramifications, it’s sometimes nice to know that these types of terrible incidents are actually on the decline across the country. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has just released a report entitled An Analysis of Recent Improvements to Traffic Safety.  What they found was that… read more

An incorrect label has led to the recall of another vehicle, although a relatively small number of units are affected by this potential safety issue. The recall was announced by Forest River and concerns their Shasta Revere Recreational Vehicles of the 2012 and 2013 model years.  Only seven vehicles fall within the purview of this… read more

One state is taking steps to spread awareness about the serious problem of elder abuse across the country. The governor of Pennsylvania has declared today as Elder Abuse Awareness Day across the entire state.  To mark the occasion, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging is working hard to inform the state’s citizens about the numerous ways… read more

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention places a renewed emphasis on the importance of wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle. In compiling their Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report that was released today, the CDC looked at fatal crash statistics from across the country between 2008 and 2010.  What they… read more

I’ve often reported on various driving simulators across the country that allow teenagers to experience the consequences of distracted driving or driving under the influence, etc.  But a new story shows that not all simulators necessarily have to involve motor vehicles. In Iowa City, Iowa, a bike riding simulator has been developed that allows researchers… read more

A lot of attention gets paid to physical abuse of the elderly, a widespread problem that needs immediate attention, but it’s important to note that physical abuse isn’t the only type of abuse there is. A new report discusses the rampant financial abuse that the elderly are experiencing across the country.  According to a study… read more