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Nearly 70% of preteens involved in fatal car crashes over a recent 11-year period weren’t properly buckled or in a car seat, according to a study from Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.

Cases of young kids ingesting nicotine from pouches have surged in recent years, researchers are warning.

A recent study of teen drivers shows that, on average, 21% of their driving time is spent looking at their cellphone, and 26.5% of those glances last at least two seconds.

The number of motor vehicle-related deaths decreased nearly 13% in the first half of the year compared with the same period in 2024, a National Safety Council analysis shows.

When walking your dog, do you wrap its leash around your wrist or fingers? Do you use a retractable leash? Either way, you may be putting yourself at risk for an injury depending on how you hold the leash.

An increased risk of motor-vehicle crashes over the Labor Day weekend threatens the safety of all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists, according to the National Safety Council.

The number of pedestrians killed in the United States in 2024 exceeded 7,000 for the fourth straight year, preliminary data compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association shows.

Social media can make hobbies look so simple that it’s easy to feel inspired. But are you thinking about safety, too?

Having a positive attitude can help ease tension, reduce stress and improve coping skills. Experts say the journey to positivity starts with self-compassion.

If you’re one of the many people who suffer from the itchy eyes, runny nose and ah-choos of fall allergies, we’ve got five tips for you.