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Itasca, IL — The number of motor vehicle-related deaths dipped 3.4% in the first half of the year compared with the same period in 2022, according to the National Safety Council.

Young women are more likely than their male counterparts to engage in risky behaviors while descending stairs – increasing their risk of injury, results of a recent study show.

Putting plants in your bedroom. Sleeping in 90-minute increments. Watching others livestream their sleep. These are just some of the viral “sleep hacks” trending on social media. Should you try them?

Halloween is such a fun time for kids. As you begin to plan for the holiday, take some time to look at what will make their costumes safe.

School is back in session, and it’s the perfect time to review some driving-related safety tips.

Fall is a time for new beginnings – particularly for college freshmen, many of whom will be living away from home. We take a look at some of the issues students may face being on their own – and what can be done to make college a positive time in their lives.

Kids generate more body heat than adults and typically spend many hours playing in the sun, often without adequate hydration.

Even seemingly harmless over-the-counter medications can be dangerous if you’re not taking the correct dosage. The Food and Drug Administration has 10 safety tips.

Sunglasses are designed to protect wearers from harmful ultraviolet rays. The American Academy of Ophthalmology has tips for choosing the right shades.

You take your dog to run errands on a warm day. You leave him in your vehicle, and even crack the window. You’ll only be gone a little while. He’ll be fine, right?