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In a society facing an obesity epidemic, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, formerly the American Dietetic Association, touts the benefits of eating slowly as a roadblock to overeating. If…
Potholes and roads in disrepair are not just a pain in the wallet. They can also be quite dangerous. All roads are subject to damage, and it is difficult to keep them from being destroyed by…
Some youth sports have a reputation for being particularly dangerous, subjecting young athletes to the risk of injury and concussion. But often these risks are perceived to only affect a limited…
I’ve spent my fair share of hours on golf courses. Even though I'm not very good at the sport, as my friends remind me every chance they get, I find hitting the links to be a great way…
Right before Christmas 2012, police were called to shopping centers across the country to control mob scenes as thousands of frantic shoppers lined up for the opportunity to part with nearly $200…
Virginia is one of only a few states that allow certain drivers to operate a vehicle without having car insurance. Drivers with relatively clean driving records and enough experience may be able…
National high school sports rules that require field hockey players to wear eye protection while playing and practicing may be causing more injuries than they prevent, according to a report in the…
They are meant to keep our kids safe, but a new study into infant and child booster seats for vehicles has revealed that half of the products don’t even fit with seat belts. Details of the…
Drivers should always be aware of bike riders and pedestrians, but they need to be especially cognizant during the week of September 11-17, 2011. Why? Because it is Bicyclist & Pedestrian…
Many people are habitual speeders, travelling just a few miles over the posted speed limit, maybe even 10 mph over. Of course, even if you are just 1 mph over the speed limit, legally, you can be…
Since August 4, 2011, when it was first spotted, the Great Dismal Swamp fire has been in the headlines nearly every day and has been affecting those of us living in the Hampton Roads area. And now,…
If you are injured as a result of someone else’s failure to exercise reasonable care, you can bring a straightforward negligence lawsuit, right? Well, not so fast. Your ability to recover…
