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  • AVOIDING COLLISIONS WITH WILDLIFE

    Wildlife vehicle collisions are a serious matter across the country, affecting both wildlife populations and public safety. The National Cooperative Highway Research Program estimates there are between 725,000 and 1.5 million wildlife vehicle collisions annually in the United States, resulting in

  • ARE YOU ALLERGIC TO THEIR STING?

    Fire ants can cause life-threatening reactions in people allergic to them. More people have died from allergic reactions to fire ants in Texas than anywhere in the United States.The ants guard their nest and fiercely attack intruders. Even the lightest touch to their mound brings them out in a fury.

  • ACROPHOBIA

    WHAT IS IT? An extreme or irrational fear of heights.WHY CAN IT BE DANGEROUS? Sufferers can experience a panic attack in a high place and become too agitated to get themselves down safely, making them a danger to themselves or others. When placed in a situation that triggers a phobia, a person's

  • ANXIETY IN THE WORKPLACE CHECKLIST

    Possible Symptoms Poor concentration Restlessness Irritability Muscle tension Problems with sleep Shortness of breath Rapid heartbeat Chest pain Numbness of hands and feetPotential Impact on Work Difficulties keeping on task Poor communication/work relationships

  • AS STRESS RISES, SO DO MISHAPS

    Whether it's combat-related, holiday blues or a number of other anxieties, one thing is certain: Increased stress equals increased mishaps.Stress that isn't handled properly can lead to a number of higher risks.Adrenaline junkies: Members returning from combat might feel bulletproof and crave the

  • A Pain in the Back

    If you have excess weight, weak muscles and/or poor posture, your back will be one of the first places you feel the strain, according to health professionals. Back pain and injuries are common because so many muscles have to contract and relax to allow you to stand and move. Couple that with poor

  • A Mid-Air Minute

    The most critical times for potential mid-air collisions are three minutes after take-off and eight minutes before landing. If an aircraft doesn't appear to be moving but increases in size, the two aircraft are on a direct collision course. Most mid-air collisions occur below 8,000 feet,