Why Wear Safety Glasses? The American Association of Ophthalmology (AAO) recognizes April as Sports Eye Safety Month to educate the public regarding the importance of wearing eye protection, especially when engaging in activities where an eye-related injury could occur. According to the AAO, basketball is the leading cause of sports-related eye injuries in the United […]
Poison Prevention Week serves as a timely reminder that it’s essential to shed light on a lesser-known yet significant aspect of poisoning prevention: the serious health risk of lead exposure in shooting environments. While lead poisoning can stem from various sources, including old paint and contaminated water, the prevalence of lead residues in shooting ranges […]
When I hear the words “Tradition”, “Firearms” & “Safety” there are several firearms companies that have been around a very long time that exemplify those words, one of those being Colt. In 1836, Colt was issued the US Patent for the first Colt firearm and to this day they continue to deliver some of the world’s […]
Bullies come in all shapes and sizes. Being a victim of bullying can have far-reaching psychological effects on children, adolescents and adults. If you have ever been bullied, you always remember the bully, the actions taken by the bully and the way the bully made you feel, whether you were in their presence or not. […]
There are many physical benefits to taking up shooting sports. Increased strength, stamina, balance, hand/eye coordination and fine motor skills are just some of the benefits. For instance, hand guns greatly increase arm and wrist strength. Just like traditional recreational sports, shooting sports can keep you active, build confidence and increase self-esteem as well as toughen your mental […]
Balancing Parental Monitoring and Online Safety for Kids In an era dominated by digital connectivity, parents find themselves faced with the challenging task of ensuring their children’s safety in the vast online landscape without compromising their privacy. The prevalence of social media platforms, online gaming, and virtual interactions has made it imperative that parents strike […]
Heart Disease is the number one killer of women, and is not slowing down the race against Cancer, which is the number two. This is a sobering fact women must take seriously. The Office for Women’s Health states over 60 million women have some form of heart disease. Like other scary things, we must face this fear by […]
Exercising outside after dark can be a safety hazard. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 80% of pedestrian traffic fatalities occur at night or in low-light conditions. That doesn’t necessarily mean you shouldn’t go out at night: Whether you want to avoid the daytime heat, short winter days are cutting into your […]
‘Tis the season to be safe and protected! The holidays are a joyous time for families and friends to gather and share in the festivities of the season. It can also be a time when we let down our guard and forget that criminals are on the prowl for crimes of opportunity. We can more […]
I was just ten minutes away from home on my hour drive from work, when the cars in front of me started to hit their brakes. We just had a big snow storm and the temperatures were nearly below zero. Seeing the red brake lights in front of me light up like a christmas tree […]
