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Are you protecting yourself from one of the worst things that can happen on the road? Unless you have uninsured motorist insurance coverage, your car or yourself could be left without protection after an accident with an uninsured driver. Uninsured motorist insurance coverage is a must-have for any driver, providing financial protection in the case of accidents involving drivers who do not have valid car insurance policies. Read on to learn more about what this type of coverage entails and why it’s so important!If you do not know what coverage you have then you should look at your policy today.If…
American Lung Association – (619) 297-3901 – They have a bus with various parts of the lung and how it works inside – www.lungusa.org American Heart Association – (619) 291-5707 Educational information reducing heart attack, stroke and CPR courses – www.heartsource.org American Red Cross – Disaster/Earthquake Preparedness information – also for first aid and CPR courses call (619) 440-7813 or visit their web site – https://www.redcross.org/local/california/san-diego.html New baby? Have questions? Contact the experts at Johnson & Johnson at – www.baby.com Recalls On Products? As your family begins to use items received as holiday gifts, the National SAFE KIDS Campaign encourages you to visit www.recalls.gov to keep up with all the…
Light for Life Foundation – Please call the San Diego 24-hour Crisis Hotline at 1(888) 724-7240, or the National Hotline at 1(800) 273-8255 – If you are in need and don’t know how to ask for help please call these hotlines. Life is precious – we care. Crisis Hotline – Call (888) 724-7240 for immediate help If you or someone you care about is experiencing a suicidal or mental health crisis, please call the Access and Crisis Line at (888) 724-7240. Trained and experienced counselors are available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to provide support, referrals, and crisis intervention. You…
Are you an automobile driver in California? Have you heard of the red light camera enforcement system instituted by the state government? Whether or not you have, it is important to be aware of how this system works to ensure that your travels are safe and law-abiding. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what red light camera enforcement is, how it can impact you as a driver, and any legal issues associated with following (or not following) these rules. Read on for more information about California’s red light camera enforcement policies and stay informed! Understanding Red Light Cameras and California…
Distracted driving is a nationwide concern that needs to be addressed. Each day, thousands of lives are affected by the reckless and dangerous behaviors caused when behind the wheel of a car while talking, texting, or engaging in other activities that take your focus away from watching the road. In 2019 alone, 3866 people were killed on U.S roads due to distracted drivers—a number that remains unacceptably high despite an overall decrease in traffic fatalities throughout the year. That’s why Oprah Winfrey took it upon herself to join forces with Allstate Foundation and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for their…
Understand the consequences of speeding – why is it dangerous to drive too fast At face value, it may seem like speeding is an exciting way to make a drive more thrilling. But while pushing on the accelerator and surpassing the posted speed limit can feel liberating at the moment, this careless behavior holds serious consequences. For one thing, breaking traffic rules lead to penalties that no driver should have to face, not to mention the potential of being involved in a catastrophic accident when traveling at excessive speeds. As experienced drivers know all too well, understanding why it’s dangerous…
How many drunk driving deaths are there in the US each year? What is the death rate of drunk driving? What is the percentage of deaths caused by drunk driving in the US? When drinking and driving was first made illegal? Was drinking and driving ever legal in the US? What is the story behind MADD? Who invented drunk driving? When was alcohol first banned in America? Why did alcohol become illegal in the 1920s? How much does drunk driving cost the US each year? What state has the highest DUI rate? What state has the highest DUI deaths? What…
This technology makes it possible for rental automobiles to be delivered to you remotely; the business that is working on the idea expects that this will assist to address the transportation issues in large cities. Most cars are just sitting in parking lots anyway. So this could catch on.
To understand the new smart watched and other pro devices of recent focus, we should look to Silicon Valley and the quantified movement.Apple’s Watch records exercise, tracks our moves throughout the day, checks the amount of time we are stood up and reminds us to get up and move around if we have been sat for too long – let’s not forget Tim Cooks “sitting is the new coolness” line.To its detractors, love at first sight must be an illusion – the wrong term for what is simply infatuation, or a way to sugarcoat lust.Best Chromebook: Google Pixelbook GoTech Specs13.3-inch…
Do you know the risks associated with binge drinking? Many teens and college kids believe that occasional heavy drinking is no big deal. Unfortunately, excessive alcohol intake can have serious consequences, some of which can have long-term effects on your health. Understanding what binge drinking is, its dangers and how to limit it are important steps towards making responsible decisions while keeping yourself safe. In this blog post, we’ll talk about these key topics so you can be better informed and aware when it comes to alcohol consumption — even if you don’t plan on indulging in it. Parents will…