Community Safety

Alexandria, VA – More people are suffering serious outcomes related to poison exposure, according to the 2012 annual report from the American Association of Poison Control Centers.

Rochester, NY – Smoking disrupts the body’s circadian rhythms, which could result in poor sleep, cognitive dysfunction and mood disorders, according to a new study from the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Silver Spring, MD – The Food and Drug Administration recently created a webpage to help people safely use bed rails.

Winston-Salem, NC – High blood pressure may be more dangerous for women than men, according to a study from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Hanover, NH – Head hits that do not cause a concussion may still alter the brain and the person’s cognitive abilities, according to a new study from Indiana University and Dartmouth College.

Louisville, KY – Poisoning from e-cigarettes is a growing concern – especially among children, warns the Kentucky Regional Poison Center of Kosair Children’s Hospital.

Columbus, OH – An average of 9,400 children suffer injuries involving high chairs or booster seats each year, with falls being the main cause, according to a new study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Washington – Noting an increase in holiday decorating injuries last year, the Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued safety tips for consumers.

Washington – Almost half of drivers in a recent survey said they worry about crashing due to driving too fast, yet more than a quarter admitted to exceeding speed limits.

New York – As part of an effort to reduce potential exposure to a toxic chemical found in some older fluorescent light ballasts in schools, the Environmental Protection Agency has issued guidance on the proper maintenance and management of the ballasts.