Recent studies indicate that Colorado has some of the highest influenza rates in the nation. The flu spreads rapidly during the peak of winter, so more workers might be calling in sick in the next few weeks. As much as these people want to be active even when they are sick, it’s best that they stay home and get some rest for the sake of themselves and others around them. While most people would likely think it’s to prevent spreading…

With October coming to a close, we are transitioning to some of the coldest parts of the year. Thanks to daylight savings on November 4, there will be less sunlight in the sky to melt away some of the incoming frost that will start showing up on your windshields. For those unlucky not to have a roof over their vehicles as they sleep, it is time to stock your car with equipment to help you brush off snow or melt…

On the road, there are all sorts of reasons why drivers can pose a serious threat to their own safety and the safety of everyone else. Alcohol intoxication, sleepiness and the use of a phone are just some of the ways in which drivers exhibit careless and reckless behavior. However, some people may have an increased chance of causing an accident due to vision issues, such as those who have tunnel vision. Tunnel vision can be especially dangerous because it…

Cell phones provide users with any number of possible distractions throughout the day. These may be welcome distractions while sitting in a waiting room or standing in line at the grocery store, but not while behind the wheel of a car. Distracted driving accidents happen far too frequently because drivers can’t look away or put down a device. For users worried about controlling the impulse to check a phone while driving, Apple iPhones provide a safety feature called Do Not…

Driving during any time of day or under any circumstances can be dangerous and an accident may take place. With this being said, certain occasions can present an even higher level of risk. For example, those who are on the road during an emergency situation may be even more likely to become involved in a motor vehicle collision. For example, driving during a natural disaster or when there is widespread panic can be very dangerous. Even if you focus on…