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October 15, 2018

Will Uber’s New Safety Initiatives in Philly Be Effective?

Need a ride to or from the Philly airport? Looking for a quick way to get into the city without taking the train, bus, or...
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October 8, 2018

Enforcement of Texting Law Is Inconsistent in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvanians have a puzzle on their hands. Namely, why are people who text and drive in Schuylkill County about three times less likely to be...
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September 3, 2018

Accidental Deaths Are in Peak Season

Despite endless back-to-school sales and Halloween displays, summer isn’t over. That’s good news for the crowd that enjoys being able to indulge in balmy August...
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August 16, 2018

Justice for Pennsylvania’s Catholic Diocese Abuse Victims?

“There have been other reports of abuse in the Catholic Church. But never on this scale.” So said the grand jury investigating the latest scandal...
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July 23, 2018

Night Shift Workers Face Many Dangers

Working third shift might seem like an ideal solution for numerous reasons. For instance, parents of young children often find it a worthwhile decision to...
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July 10, 2018

The Biggest Threats to Your Child’s Safety

Since the beginning of time, worrying has been part and parcel of parenthood. Moms, dads, and guardians take steps every day to ensure the safety...
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June 14, 2018

Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series Philly Drivers Warned by NHTSA

Getting into your own or someone else’s vehicle? Do yourself a favor and quickly check out the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) site. What...
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June 12, 2018

Millions of Recalled Cars Are Unrepaired – Is Yours One of Them?

More than 57 million cars on the road have unrepaired defects, according to Carfax. The owners of these vehicles have either ignored recall notices or...
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June 5, 2018

Asbestos in Philly Schools Is an Outright Crisis

It’s not uncommon to see the lingering effects of asbestos exposure in older adults who worked in construction, for railroads, around shipyards, or on aircraft....
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May 29, 2018

Patients’ Skepticism About Medical Treatment Is Warranted

Dr. Vinita Parkash, professor of pathology at Yale School of Medicine, recently wrote a commentary featured in WBUR-Boston’s opinion section, Cognoscenti. In the commentary, she...
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May 24, 2018

Investigators Determine Cause of 2016 Philly-Area Train Crash

“Deficient safety management across many levels of Amtrak” was the cause of a train crash in Chester that killed two workers and injured 39 passengers,...
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May 10, 2018

The Dangers of Speeding in Construction Zones

Orange barrels and flashing signs should help drivers recognize when they’re entering a construction zone. Yet, according to Pennsylvania Department of Transportation workers, many drivers...
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May 1, 2018

Philly Must Listen to Concerns About Pedestrian Safety

In December, an 83-year-old woman was crossing Washington Avenue at 24th Street when she was struck by two vehicles. She died at the accident scene....
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April 27, 2018

Aggressive Driving Crackdown Under Way in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania state troopers and municipal police departments are wrapping up the second phase of their 2017-2018 aggressive driving enforcement wave. During the four-week initial phase...
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April 25, 2018

Competing Priorities May Slow Infrastructure Safety Projects

Bicyclists want better protection from vehicles. Motorists want faster commutes. And city leaders can’t seem to reach a consensus about what’s best for residents. Philadelphia’s...
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