Posted on August 8, 2014 in ATV accidents, Vehicle Accidents
Riding recreational vehicles is a popular outdoor pursuit across Kentucky’s rugged terrain, but it can be extremely dangerous, especially for those who don’t wear helmets. Riders who do not wear helmets are more likely to suffer severe traumatic brain injuries in crashes involving all-terrain vehicles, motorcycles and bicycles than those wearing helmets, a study shows….
Posted on June 25, 2014 in Brain Injuries, Vehicle Accidents
Much attention is being focused on the prevalence of head injuries in professional and youth sports in America. Last year, nearly 5,000 former football players sued the NFL, alleging that the organization knew about the dangers of concussions but didn’t do enough to protect players from on-field injuries. Public health agencies are spreading the word…
Posted on January 22, 2014 in Car Accidents, Vehicle Accidents
At some point, many families must confront the sensitive question of when their aging relatives should give up their keys and stop driving. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it’s a question that Americans will increasingly have to find an answer for in the coming years. The number of older people involved in…
Posted on November 20, 2013 in Vehicle Accidents
More than 300,000 Honda Odyssey vans are being recalled for software problems that could affect the vehicles’ brake system, the Los Angeles Times reports. The recall applies to Odysseys from the 2007 and 2008 model years. In some cases, a malfunction in the van’s stability control software can cause unexpected braking without triggering the brake…