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New Rule Requires Electric and Hybrid Vehicles to Emit Alerts at Low Speeds
The electric motors of many electric and hybrid vehicles run quietly, and can present a danger to any pedestrians who can’t hear a vehicle coming. For that reason, these vehicles will be required to emit alerts when traveling under 18.6 mph by 2019. The new rule will help prevent approximately 2,400 injuries every year. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, vehicles that travel above 18.6 mph generate sufficiently loud tire and wind...
Read MoreHome Fire Safety
Because many holiday traditions take place in the home, it’s also the peak time for home fires according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Here are some things to consider to keep your home and your family safe this holiday season: Never try to fight a fire yourself—instead, call 911 immediately. According to the NFPA, 55 percent of all civilians who are injured in home fires are hurt while attempting to fight...
Read MoreStaying Active At Work
Staying active can increase productivity and reduce stress. However, as the weather begins to cool, it can become more and more difficult to get up and move around—especially if you’re stuck in an office all day. Luckily, there are a number of exercises and activities you can do at work to ensure that you stay fit and healthy during the winter months. We’ve gathered some of our favorite tips that are simple to incorporate...
Read MoreReduce Your Holiday Stress
The holidays can bring joy, but they can also bring stress. Whether you are worried about money, gift-giving or finding enough time to get everything done, using the following coping mechanisms can help you manage and reduce your holiday stress. Get organized—Writing down the things you need to do or places you need to be can help you visualize your to-do list and make it seem much more manageable. Know that it’s OK...
Read More2017 Marketplace Plan Premiums Rise 25 Percent
The open enrollment period for obtaining health coverage for 2017 through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace begins Nov. 1, 2016, and ends Jan. 31, 2017. The 2017 Marketplace looks a bit different than it did last year, especially in regards to increased premium costs. According to a report from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), premiums for a midlevel benchmark plan from the federal Marketplace will increase an average...
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