Have you ever noticed how much harder it is to pay attention in class or a meeting when you are tired? Do you ever notice yourself stifling a yawn or nodding off, only to catch yourself just in time? We’ve all been there. Whether it’s because we had a cough that kept us up all night or watched a few too many episodes of our favorite TV show, the result is typically the same. Not getting enough sleep has an impact on both our minds and bodies. Now, keep that...
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At a glance: Help protect trick-or-treaters by following these driving safety tips on Halloween, or on the night your community hosts Halloween activities. Be especially careful between 4 and 8 p.m., when most severe vehicle/young pedestrian collisions happen. Drive slowly, and don't pass stopped vehicles. The driver might be dropping off children. Park your mobile phone. Avoid distractions by waiting until you've stopped to call, text, or surf. Get more mobile phone safety tips. Watch for children darting into the street. Kids can cross the street anywhere, and most young pedestrian deaths happen at spots...
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I t was well past midnight by the time you got out of work, and the rain was coming down in sheets. After about five minutes searching through the wall of water, you finally saw your car and made a dash for it. You were absolutely soaked by the time you managed to get inside, but at least you were one step closer to getting home. Since you could barely see ten feet in front of you, you decided to avoid the chaos of 66 altogether and take the back...
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