Community Safety

Birmingham, AL – High heels are fashionable, but – as many people who wear them can attest – the shoes also present injury risks.

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).

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.

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.

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.

Falls Church, VA – The American Industrial Hygiene Association recently launched an online resource center to help inform consumers about formaldehyde in laminate wood flooring and other household items.

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.

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.

Ann Arbor, MI – Many people admit to texting with limited awareness of their behavior – also known as “automaticity” – according to a study from the University of Michigan.

Bethesda, MD – The Internet provides a wealth of information on countless topics. However, it is important to know what information is accurate and credible.