Tennessee announces pedestrian safety plan
Recently, the Tennessee Department of Transportation made public its plan to increase pedestrian safety at several busy intersections in the state by installing five crosswalks. The intended locations for these new crosswalks are all situated along Fort Campbell Boulevard, also known as US Highway 41A, and State Route 12, also known as Ashland City Highway…. read more
Henry’s Farm expands recall of Listeria contaminated soybeans
Henry’s Farm Incorporated has expanded its voluntary recall of soybean sprouts because of the potential that they are contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. An organism responsible for causing severe and possibly deadly infections in individuals with compromised immune systems such as children or the elderly, Listeria monocytogenes, may also cause people with healthy immune systems to… read more
Nearly 100 Minnesota drivers cited for texting in a single day
Nearly 100 Minnesotans were cited for sending and receiving text messages while operating a motor vehicle during a recent single day focused enforcement effort. This saturation patrol was the result of a joint effort between 250 local and state law enforcement agencies. In comparison, an average day in 2011 yielded approximately 3.5 citations for text… read more
Ohio legislature reconsiders texting ban
A committee in the Ohio state senate is currently reconsidering introducing legislation that would prohibit drivers from sending and receiving text messages while operating a moving motor vehicle. The bill under consideration would punish text messaging while driving with a fine of up to $150. Under the legislation, engaging in text messaging while behind the… read more
AAA survey shows drivers think texting is dangerous, do it anyway
A research study conducted by the American Automobile Association’s Foundation for Traffic Safety discovered that many people continue to send text messages while driving, even though many of the drivers surveyed admitted to engaging in the behavior anyway. According to representatives from the automobile association, 94 percent of the survey respondents said they consider texting… read more
Improper safety technology use may cause greater danger
Modern vehicles are equipped with many high tech safety features, but many times drivers do not understand how they work. This lack of understanding can ironically lead to dangerous situations on the roadways. The most ubiquitous electronic safety feature on automobiles is antilock braking, also known as ABS (antilock brake system). ABS utilizes sensors in… read more
Mouse, rat, hamster food recalled for salmonella contamination
Kaytee Pet Products has announced a voluntary recall for a single production batch of its Kaytee Forti-Diet Pro Health Mouse, Rat and Hamster food due to the potential that it has been contaminated by Salmonella.Products affected by this recall include Kaytee Forti-Diet Pro Health Mouse, Rat & Hamster food in 3, 5, 6, and 25… read more
Circle W trailers recalled due to brake failure risk
At the request of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Circle W Trailers has announced a voluntary recall of four of its trailer models due to safety risks posed by an improperly manufactured auto part. Specific models of the Circle W Gooseneck Livestock trailers sold in model year 2011 are equipped with Dexter Axle brand… read more
Texas says ‘Look Twice’ for motorcycles
May has been designated Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month, and the Texas Department of Public Safety is taking this as an opportunity to remind motorists to exercise additional safety measures when sharing the road with motorcycles. Motorcycles are less visible than other vehicles, and more vulnerable in the event of a collision. Their smaller size,… read more
Better bicycle safety practices encouraged in warmer weather
Warmer weather means more bicycles are out on the roadways, and increased danger of bicycle related traffic collisions. According to traffic laws, bicycles are vehicles with the same responsibilities and rights as all other vehicles on the street. Riding a bicycle on sidewalks is dangerous to pedestrians and bicyclists. Cars backing out of or pulling… read more
New Airbag Technology Aims to Make Commute Safer
A new airbag has been designed, and its makers claim that its application will make drivers and passengers safer in the event of an accident. The company touting the brand new airbags is PATEV Associates, a consulting firm working in cooperation with MBB International, the maker and patent holder of the technology. The new airbag,… read more
FDA Denies Expanded Use of Xgeva Pending Clinical Trial
The Food and Drug Administration has voted to deny an expansion of a drug currently on the market due to the dangers that might be posed by the new function that the drug’s makers were hoping to market it for. Xgeva, a drug made by Amgen, has since 2010 been used to prevent bone injuries… read more
