Many people struggle to get more than six hours of sleep every night, which can be highly detrimental to your health over a prolonged period. To try to combat this issue, some turn to sleeping pills.
10-vehicle wreck on Kentucky state line injures 2
Two people suffered injuries in a car accident on the state line between Kentucky and Tennessee, but it could have been much worse. There were a total of 10 vehicles involved in the pileup wreck, which happened in snowy conditions out on Interstate 24.
Can a dust mask protect you from asbestos?
Asbestos is very dangerous when it gets into the air and you inhale the particles. These particles can cause lung damage, respiratory issues and mesothelioma, which is a type of cancer. It is often fatal and that attacks the body very aggressively.
Asbestos in Cosmetic Talcum Powder May Cause You Cancer
Talcum powder may cause you to contract cancer from exposure to asbestos. Unfortunately, the cosmetic talc industry has been trying to conceal this hazard for decades despite being aware of the risks.
Parents are some of the most distracted drivers
Looking for the most distracted drivers on the road? Don't just look for the teen talking to her friends or the college student sending a text message or the office worker on the phone with his or her boss. Take a look in the drop-off lane at your local elementary school. Experts warn that parents are some of the most distracted drivers on the road.
Man indicted on murder charges after accident kills family
In late October, a man was involved in a car accident that took the lives of a family of five. He's now been indicted and he's facing murder charges.
Tips for sharing the roads with 18-wheelers
You glance nervously in the rear-view mirror and see a phalanx of 18-wheelers bearing down on you. You can't move over into the right lane, as it's clogged with traffic. Your white-knuckle grip on the steering wheel intensifies. What can you do?
Don't tangle with an 18-wheeler
As a new driver merging next to a semi truck was terrifying. Even as a more experienced driver it can be challenging. When 80,000 pounds come barreling down the road at you it is imperative to not lose your cool and keep yourself safe.
What color should warning signs be?
When there are clear and known hazards in a work space or a public space, such as a grocery store, those who own the space are supposed to put up warning signs to protect anyone in the area. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has established some guidelines for how these signs should appear, including intended colors for different types of signs.
