Posted in Accident & Injury, Consumer Protection, Health & Wellness on January 5, 2024

January is National Bath Safety Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of creating a safe environment in one of our homes' most commonly used spaces – the bathroom. Accidents in the bathroom, especially slip and fall incidents, can result in serious injuries. To help you and your loved ones stay...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Consumer Protection, Health & Wellness on December 22, 2023

Sledding is a fun winter activity that kids and adults can both enjoy, but just like with anything fun, there are some risks involved. In fact, more than 20,000 children under 19 receive treatment for sledding injuries annually, as reported by the Center on Injury Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus. If something...

Posted in Health & Wellness on June 18, 2013

The American Medical Association may recommend a ban of sales and advertising of “high-energy/stimulant drinks” to children and adolescents under the age of 18. As we have warned readers before, energy drinks can be especially dangerous to children. During a debate this weekend in Chicago, The AMA’s House of Delegates, its principle policy-making body,...

Posted in Accident & Injury on June 5, 2013

Don't take for granted that a summer camp is safe -- even if you went there or worked there, or your child went there last year. Ohio Laws and Regulations for Camps Ohio summer camps are regulated by the Ohio Department of Health.  A camp is required meet health and safety standards yearly to...

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 9, 2012

One of the most important jobs for any parent is to keep their children safe. A study released this week said that many parents may be failing to do just that each time they get in a vehicle. The Front Seat is No Place for a Child The study published Tuesday in the American...