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Hartford, CT – The majority of adolescents who are injured while riding all-terrain vehicles ignore manufacturers’ safety warnings, including recommendations to use ATVs with smaller engines, according to a recent study.

New York – Using a teaspoon or tablespoon to administer children’s medication can lead to errors, according to a recent study.

Atlanta – Drowsy driving is more prevalent among men, younger drivers, binge drinkers and those who do not always buckle up, according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Boston – Many senior drivers are regularly behind the wheel despite limited physical abilities, according to a new survey released June 24 by Liberty Mutual Insurance.

Washington – Recent incidents involving people flying model aircraft near airports have prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to remind hobbyists about the dangers of reckless flying.

Atlanta – Unintentional injuries, suicide and homicide are the top causes of death for people 30 and younger, according to a new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report.

Washington – The Governors Highway Safety Association and The Allstate Foundation are highlighting programs across the country that can serve as models to help increase teens’ use of safety belts.

Stay current on industry trends at the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo, set to take place Sept. 13-19 in San Diego.

Silver Spring, MD – The Food and Drug Administration is recommending that pet owners cook raw meat to kill bacteria before feeding it to their cats or dogs.

The National Safety Council estimates that nearly 400 fatalities from crashes and an additional 41,200 medically consulted injuries may occur over this holiday weekend from motor vehicle collisions.