Community Safety

Foshan, China – In addition to increasing the risk of diabetes development, pre-diabetes is associated with an increased risk of cancer, according to a new study out of China.

Atlanta – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has published new guidelines intended to keep swimmers at public pools safe and healthy.

Bloomington, IN – Taking three slow five-minute walks can cancel out ill effects to the arteries caused by three hours of sitting, according to a study from Indiana University, Bloomington.

Washington – The Department of Transportation has launched an 18-month campaign aimed at improving pedestrian and bicyclist safety.

Washington – The Environmental Protection Agency is seeking feedback from chemical safety professionals and consumers to help select the most effective label to place on products that are deemed “safer.”

Atlanta – The number of youth who had never smoked but used electronic cigarettes has more than tripled in two years, according to a study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Washington – The number of locations that will “take back” unused prescription drugs soon will increase.

Washington – Do you know what you and your family would do in case of an emergency? If you don’t, you’re not the only one.

Washington – The vehicle that you drive might be unsafe. Now, a free online resource developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration can help you find out.

Washington – Ninety percent of adolescent athletes claim they have been injured while competing in a sport, and almost half of those athletes reported they have hidden or downplayed an injury to stay in the game, according to a report from Safe Kids Worldwide.