It's perfectly understandable to be tired after pulling an all-nighter writing papers and cramming for exams. At this point, it may feel like sleep deprivation is just part of your life as a student, but if you drive, this lack of sleep is also increasing your risk of...
Month: October 2018
How drivers can stay safe at railroad crossings
Railroad crossings can be extremely dangerous, and poor choices from motorists can quickly lead to severe injuries or death. This year, between the beginning of January and the end of July, 35 highway-railroad incidents at public crossings occurred in Alabama,...
Parents Can Encourage Safe Driving Practices
Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage that most teenagers look forward to. A license gives teens freedom, a sense of power and ease to do things for themselves. As a parent, you have mixed emotions about your child getting their license. You know they’ve...
Woman awarded nearly $9 million in childbirth suit
In the last decade, the U.S. has seen an increase in midwife deliveries. Several studies have found that midwife-involved births see fewer malpractice claims. While a majority of midwives are certified through nursing school, others have no formal medical training at...