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Atlanta – Incidence rates of the most deadly form of skin cancer have doubled in the past three decades, but communities can take steps to prevent many new cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New York – A pattern of reckless behaviors has led to more than a dozen drowning incidents in New York state, according to a study from the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Washington – The U.S. Postal Service is offering pet owners tips on how to prevent dog attacks against letter carriers, as part of National Dog Bite Prevention Week (May 17-23).
Columbus, OH – Most women are unaware of female-specific stroke risk factors and symptoms, according to the results of a survey from the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.
San Francisco – Child eye injury rates involving non-powder guns such as paintball, airsoft, BB and pellet guns increased by more than 500 percent from 2010 to 2012, according to a recent study from the Stanford University School of Medicine.
Indianapolis – Player-to-player contact should be limited during football practice to reduce the risk of concussion among athletes, according to the results of a new study.
Cincinnati – Letting an infant sleep unsupervised in a car seat, sling, swing, bouncer or stroller has resulted in injury and death, according to a new study.
San Diego – Images of sleeping infants used in magazines and on the internet often show the babies in unsafe positions and environments, potentially confusing parents and resulting in practices that can put children at risk, according to a study presented at the Pediatric Academic Societies' annual meeting on April 25.
Alexandria, VA – A disturbing trend indicates that many people are not aware of the extreme dangers of synthetic cannabinoids, according to the American Association of Poison Control Centers.
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