Each year, hundreds of thousands of Americans suffer from acute pesticide injuries or even deaths, with as many as 300,000 individuals impacted in the agricultural industry alone, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). But it’s not just farm workers — individuals in many urban work environments and public housing developments also run a […]
Anytime you or a loved one requires care from a health care establishment, there’s always an implied expectation of safety and trust implicit with the Hippocratic oath, the guiding principle to “First, do no harm.” But as much faith as we want to put in our health care providers, the bitter reality is that medical […]
As the weather heats up in Oklahoma, it’s time to start thinking about pest control and maintenance for your home and garden. But while you’re picking up those much-needed supplies from your local home improvement store, be sure to keep pesticide safety at the forefront of your mind. Many homeowners don’t realize just how many […]
Imagine this: It’s a beautiful, bluebird day here in Green Country, and you’re heading out on the road. You’re serious about safety, so your seatbelt is on and you’re paying attention to traffic. And then suddenly, seemingly out of nowhere, a car pulls out right in front of you without giving you enough time to […]
Christmas lights twinkle, a chill hits the Oklahoma air, and Mariah Carey hits the airways once again. The holidays have arrived — time for family, fun, festivities, and unfortunately, a marked uptick in avoidable accidents. Fortunately, when it comes to holiday gift giving, there are a few things you can do to keep your loved […]
We’ve all been there. It’s a quarter to five and you’re stuck in highway traffic when someone cuts across three lanes to jump the line, coming within inches of your car when they do. Your adrenaline spikes as you lay on the horn, quickly contemplating your next move. Do you speed up and try to […]
Driving around with a car full of kids can be a wild ride even on a slow traffic day. From the constant chatter and backseat sibling bickering to the inevitable crumbs in your floorboard or the endless repetition of their latest favorite Disney movie song playlist, kids can certainly keep their parents on their toes. […]
When someone you care deeply about needs around-the-clock care, one of the most difficult decisions you can make is the decision to entrust their care to the hands of professionals at a long-term nursing home or rehab facility. Although most of us would give our loved ones the world if we could, often we are […]
Few things can impact someone’s life like a serious injury that comes with lasting consequences. And one of the most significant injuries someone can experience is a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), a type of serious brain injury caused by a jolt, bump, or blow to the head. The effects of a TBI can vary wildly, […]
