Summer is almost here, which means you’ll likely see more motorcycles on the road. And the key word here is “see.” People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice the motorcyclists around them, partly because they’re not accustomed to…
Memorial Day seems to be the unofficial day to break out the watercrafts and boats. Before you get too far in the season, though, make sure you’ve done a thorough pre-season check. From the engine and propeller down to your…
Your household may be one of the millions this fall in which student athletes are dreaming of victory on their school playing fields. Of course, we want to see them succeed, but we also want them to be safe. So,…
Each year, tens of millions of kids head off to school with backpacks full of books and supplies, according to the American Occupational Therapy Association. Thousands of those kids will end up with injuries caused by their backpack. It sounds…
A warm evening in Missouri can be a wonderful time for a cruise on your boat. But, just like when you’re driving a car after sundown, it’s important to make some adjustments to keep yourself and others safe. Here are…
When the temperature heats up, all you can think about is swimming at the pool or even taking a dip in one of the many rivers and lakes around St. Louis. Just remember: Where there’s water, there’s risk. That doesn’t…
Unique among motor sports, driving all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) combines an exhilarating workout with a test of maneuvering skills (and a hearty dose of adrenaline). Fun as it is though, it can be a risky activity. So, take a systematic approach…
Despite the fact that Halloween involves walking around at night amongst ghouls and witches, it really only takes a little common sense to make the night safe for everyone. Here are five questions to ask so your entire family, even…
Have you heard? The Great American Solar Eclipse will occur on August 21, 2017! This full solar eclipse will traverse the United States from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean. The last total solar eclipse to cross the United States…
For many of our neighbors in St. Louis, summer means more than sunshine and vacations. It also means working in the yard – often with tools that can be dangerous if not used properly. Each year about 400,000 people are…
