New Sign for Autistic Child’s Safety

Family standing next to an autism sign for young boy.
Robert Streif really likes to run. The 8-year-old’s infectious smile is equally matched by his seemingly endless amount of energy. Part of his autism is that he often runs without paying attention to where he’s going. His dad calls Robert a “runner” and fears he’ll dart out into traffic and be hit. Not knowing where
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Reduction in Breast Cancer Deaths Attributed to Awareness

A recent study revealed that Angelina Jolie’s preventative double mastectomy has increased awareness about reconstructive breast surgeries as well as breast cancer. However, the social media buzz surrounding her case may have also led a lot of women to think that only those with a hereditary link or genetic mutation are susceptible to breast cancer,
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Navigating Rural Roads

Rural road sign indicating tractors in the area
If you think that most motor vehicle accidents are attributed to rush hour congestion, the deluge of pedestrians and too may vehicles on urban roads, you could not be more wrong! Those rural roads are far more dangerous accounting for nearly 55% of all on-road fatalities. The shocking part is that while in some states
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Make this Summer both Fun and Safe for your Family!

Summer is undoubtedly the time of the year that most people and families look forward to, and why not? Everybody plans a vacation and there is just so much to do and so much fun to be had. Unfortunately, in the midst of all the excitement, the concern for safety often takes a backseat and
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Vehicle Related Heat Stroke Kills One Child Every 8 Days

In 2013, almost 44 children died of vehicle related heat stroke because their caregivers and parents left them in the car as they went about getting their chores done. But, this wasn’t a one-time tragedy! Each year nearly 40 such deaths are reported all over the country and since 1998 almost 600 toddlers have lost
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