Community Safety

Pittsburgh – Nearly half of all concussions among youth hockey players are caused by illegal contact, according to a new study from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center’s Sports Medicine Concussion Program.

Iowa City, IA – Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder exhibit “impulsivity” and attention issues that put them at risk when crossing streets on their bikes, according to a study from the University of Iowa.

Washington – American diets should have a variety of nutrient-rich foods across all food groups while limiting the amount of calories from added sugars, certain fats and sodium, according to updated nutritional guidelines released Jan. 7 by the Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture.

Birmingham, AL – People who skip sleep in favor of watching TV may find themselves eating and drinking more – possibly putting them at risk of obesity, according to a new study from the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Washington – The Food and Drug Administration has proposed two rules intended to minimize the risks of skin cancer presented by indoor tanning beds.

Jacksonville, FL – Participating in contact sports as a youth or young adult may lead to brain damage, according to a study from Mayo Clinic’s Florida campus.

Aurora, CO – High school cheerleaders are known for being prominent on the sidelines, but a new study puts their sports-related injuries front and center.

Seattle – Injuries experienced around the globe have declined nearly one-third over the past quarter century, prompting researchers to suggest that “the world is becoming a safer place to live.”

Alexandria, VA – Injuries related to crib bumpers are on the rise, and some researchers want the products banned.

Washington – Drug overdoses are the top cause of injury death in the United States, and heroin and controlled prescription drugs are the “most significant drug threats” to the nation, according to the Drug Enforcement Administration’s 2015 National Drug Threat Assessment.