texting while driving

“It Can Wait: Preventing Tragedy Behind the Wheel”

Texting while driving remains one of the deadliest habits on U.S. roads. This blog explores the tragic story of Angelina Holloway and shares crucial safety tips, including how drivers can change behavior for the sake of loved ones. Remember: no message is worth a life. It can wait.
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Alcohol Awareness Month

The facts are staggering; the tragedy enormous; the solution difficult.   Did you know that alcohol is the most commonly misused substance consumed in the United States?  Did you know that (AUD)? [1]   A substance use disorder (SUD) is defined as “a chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive … seeking and use, despite harmful
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CARS assessment tool

Using the CARS Assessment Tool to Address Co-Occurring Disorders in DUI Offenders

Learn how the CARS assessment tool helps identify co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders in DUI offenders, providing targeted treatment referrals.
Crash not accident

Crash, Not Accident: Why Words Matter in Traffic Safety

Every day, thousands of people are affected by traffic crashes. Yet, they are often called “accidents,” implying that they are unpredictable and unpreventable. However, with 94% of traffic crashes caused by human error [1], most are neither random nor unavoidable. The phrase crash, not accident more accurately reflects the reality that these events are largely preventable. Changing how
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road safety

New Year’s Resolutions to Prevent Roadway Tragedies

Each year, thousands make New Year’s resolutions—but few commit to road safety. This blog urges life-saving choices like sober driving, seatbelt use, and eliminating distractions. With over 90% of crashes tied to human error, these resolutions can protect you, your loved ones, and your community.
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safe winter driving tips

Safe Winter Driving Tips: What Every Driver Should Know

As winter weather sets in, drivers face hazardous road conditions. This blog outlines five key safe winter driving tips from NHTSA and AAA, plus essential car maintenance advice. Learn how to stay safe, avoid common mistakes, and make informed decisions before and during your winter travels.
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Avenues to Truth: A Free Press

Do you care about your freedom?  If so, this article is for you. Norway and North Korea – What do they have in common?  Overall, not much, with a significant difference between the two countries being that Norway is ranked number one on the 2017 World Press Freedom Index and North Korea is ranked 180—the
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Ending Stigma

The Power of Language: Ending Stigma in Substance Use Disorders

Psycho, lunatic, cripple: all words that now have a demeaning connotation.  If someone had a medical condition and got labeled with these words, they were not being complimented. These words, and others even worse, created a stigma that resulted in a person having problems getting proper help, or even participating in society. This article is
Drug Recognition Experts

Understanding Drug Recognition Experts: Training and Road Safety

This episode explores the critical role of Drug Recognition Experts in combating drug-impaired driving. Learn about their specialized training, the 12-step procedure, and their impact on road safety.