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Why Does Elder Abuse Go Unreported?
Many victims are reluctant to report abuse because they: Might feel ashamed or embarrassed, particularly if a family member is the abuser Are afraid the abuser will bet in trouble Are afraid the abuse will get worse Are unable to speak out due to dementia or other impairments May be…
Read MoreCrash Statistics for Older People
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration released a fact sheet on older people (65+) and motor vehicle crashes. These are some of the findings: Older people accounted for 15% of all traffic fatalities and 18% of all pedestrian fatalities. Older drivers make up 15 percent (31 million) of all licensed…
Read MoreWI Law Enforcement Receive Funds to Crackdown on Highway Speeders
Using federal funding for overtime enforcement, sheriff’s deputies and state troopers will be cracking down on speeding on heavily traveled highways in Wisconsin through September. Approximately $480,000 in federal funding, administered by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT), will be used by county sheriff’s departments and the Wisconsin State Patrol…
Read MoreWis DOT Issues Deer Warning
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is warning drivers to be on the look out for deer in the month of June. According to DOT statistics, June is the worst or second worst month for car-deer crashes. Deer-car collisions are the third-most common vehicle crash in the state. The most common…
Read More45 Million Americans Not Buckling Up
Although seat belt usage is at a record 84% nationwide, 45 million Americans are still not buckling their seat belts when riding in vehicles. Seat belt use has climbed since 1993 when the Click It or Ticket campaign was implemented after officials So, who isn’t wearing their seatbelt? According to…
Read MoreStay Safe This Memorial Day!
This weekend is Memorial Day weekend, commemorating the U.S. men and women who bravely served our country. For most of America, it also represents the beginning of a seasons worth of outdoor activities. One study found that major holidays represent opportunities for injury. According to the National Electronic Injury Surveillance…
Read MoreFDA Says Heartburn Medications May Lead to Fracture Risk
The Food and Drug Administration warned yesterday that some heartburn medications could increase the risk of hip, wrist and spine fractures in high doses or with long-term use. The FDA’s decision came after it’s review of several studies that reported an increased risk of hip, wrist and spine fractures after…
Read MoreCar Pulls Out in Front of Motorcyclist
A 31-year-old Sun Prairie man was seriously injured Tuesday afternoon when he crashed his motorcycle into a car that had pulled out in front of him. The motorcyclist, Andrew Morgan, suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries in the crash, which occurred on U.S. 51 and County V in the town…
Read MoreUninsured Drivers: New Insurance Law Requires Policy
If you dont have car insurance youll need it. For the first time in Wisconsin, it will soon be the law. As of June 1st the law will require everyone to have car insurance, if you dont the penalties can be costly. The law will require all drivers be covered…
Read MoreE. Coli Outbreak Feared at Waukesha Luncheon
Dozens, possibly hundreds of people have now gotten sick after attending an awards luncheon in Waukesha County this week. Complaints to the Health Department began after attendees at The Women of Distinction Luncheon at the Country Springs Hotel Tuesday started feeling similar symptoms. Now the Health Department is investigating to…
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