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Emergencies happen each day across the country. But not every emergency call gets a response. In fact, as WJBF-TV of Augusta recently reported, standards created by national and regional agencies don’t require 911 centers to answer all calls that come…

If you thought drinking and driving was dangerous, consider this: More than a third of pedestrians killed in 2011 had blood alcohol levels above the legal limit for driving, according to government data released this week. Thirty-five percent of those killed, or…

As the parent and husband of very accomplished riders, I know the pleasure (and work; and expense) of dealing with horses and riding activities. I also know the potential for serious injury because of the size and unpredictability of horses,…

Determining your eligibility for Social Security disability benefits can be a complex process, but asking yourself a few key questions can help clarify your situation. Whether you’re dealing with a long-term medical condition, evaluating your current work status, or ensuring…

Grilling is a rite of summer that needs also to be taken seriously. Fire departments respond to an average of 8,600 home fires across the country each year that involve gas-fired or charcoal grills. The National Fire Protection Association says…

In the 40 years since parasails began showing up in popular vacation spots like those in Florida and along the Grand Strand of Myrtle Beach, 73 people have died and 429 others have been hospitalized as a result of parasailing accidents….

When it comes to fatal car accidents, the state of South Carolina has received promising news. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, South Carolina traffic deaths have fallen from 2008 to the midway point of 2013, WLTX reported. However, statistics from the…

Your automobile tires are at greater risk of blowouts in the heat of the summer. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warns that the heat can cause tire failure at highway speeds. Tire breakdowns account for an estimated 11,000 crashes each…