Public
Service Announcements – Aggressive Driving, Summer 2010
45
Second PSA
Did you know that aggressive driving involves more than
speeding? Aggressive driving includes lane changing without signaling,
failure to obey traffic signs, suddenly changing speeds, passing where
prohibited, improper following, etc. Approximately 56 percent of fatal
crashes involve one or more of these unsafe driving behaviors. The
American Trauma Society, PA Division reminds you to not partake in
aggressive driving behaviors. Don’t get distracted. Leave cell phones,
make up, food for later, and always concentrate on the road. Leave early
so you don’t feel the need to speed, and if that fails, just be late. If
you are confronted with an aggressive driver, put your pride aside. First,
get out of their way. Always avoid contact and gestures because in many
cases these can cause a “road rage” situation. Lastly, when you feel in
danger, report aggressive drivers. You will help make the roads a safer
place. For more information on aggressive driving, contact the
Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
30
Second PSA
Did you
know that aggressive driving involves more than speeding? Aggressive
driving includes lane changing without signaling, failure to obey traffic
signs, tailgating, etc. Approximately 56 percent of fatal crashes involve
one or more of these unsafe driving behaviors. The American Trauma
Society, PA Division reminds you to not partake in aggressive driving
behaviors. If you are confronted with an aggressive driver, get out of
their way. Always avoid contact and gestures because in many cases these
can cause a “road rage” situation. Report aggressive drivers when you feel
in danger. For more information on aggressive driving, contact the
Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
15
Second PSA
Did you
know that 56 percent of fatal crashes involve aggressive driving behavior,
such as speeding and tailgating? The American Trauma Society, PA Division
reminds you to not partake in aggressive driving behaviors, and if you are
confronted with an aggressive driver, get out of their way. Always avoid
contact and gestures, and when you feel in danger, report aggressive
drivers. For more information on aggressive driving, contact the American
Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
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Public Service Announcements – Children Left in Cars, Summer 2010
45 Second PSA:
Did you know that a child’s body warms three
to five times faster than an adult’s? And did you know that after just 10
minutes in an enclosed vehicle, the temperature rises 19 degrees? After 30
minutes, 34 degrees. 455 children have died from being left in a car
unattended since 1998. That’s 455 too many. The Pennsylvania Division of
the American Trauma Society reminds you to teach your child that vehicles
are never to be used as a play area. If your child is missing, check your
car first, including the trunk. Make it a routine to look inside the car
before you exit and never leave your child in the car, even with the
windows down. If your child’s sleeping, awaken them. The quickest errand
may not be quick enough. To learn more about child safety, call the
American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
30 Second PSA:
Did you know that a child’s body warms three
to five times faster than an adult’s? And did you know that after just 10
minutes in an enclosed vehicle, the temperature rises 19 degrees? So why
would you ever risk leaving your child in the car for even the quickest
errand? The Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society reminds
you to teach your child that a vehicle is not a play area and to never
leave your child unattended in a vehicle. Prevent the predictable. To
learn more about child safety, call the American Trauma Society at
1-800-822-2358.
15 Second PSA:
Did you know that a child’s body warms three
to five times faster than an adult’s? The Pennsylvania Division of the
American Trauma Society reminds you to teach your child that a vehicle is
not a play area and to never leave your child unattended in a vehicle,
even for the quickest errand. It may not be quick enough. To learn more
about child safety, call the American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
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Public
Service Announcements – Lawn Mower Safety, Summer 2010
45 Second PSA:
Did you know that 68,000 people suffer lawn
mower injuries each year? More than 9,000 of those injuries affect people
under 18. The Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society reminds
you to be safe while mowing the lawn. While on a riding mower, never allow
children to be passengers. Injuries usually involve children falling off
someone’s lap. Never leave a mower unattended while it’s running. Remember
that young children should never operate a lawn mower and should be at
least 16 before operating a riding mower. Pick up stones and toys and make
sure children are away from the lawn before mowing. To protect yourself,
always wear sneakers or boots, not sandals. Keep your family safe this
summer. For more information on lawn mower safety, please call the PA
Division of the American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
30 Second PSA:
Did you know that 68,000 people suffer lawn
mower injuries each year? More than 9,000 of those injuries affect people
under 18. The Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society reminds
you to be safe while mowing the lawn. While on a riding mower, never allow
children to be passengers. Injuries usually involve children falling off
someone’s lap. Never leave a mower unattended while it’s running. Remember
that young children should never operate a lawn mower and should be at
least 16 before operating a riding mower. Keep your family safe this
summer. For more information on lawn mower safety, please call the
American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
15 Second PSA:
Did you know that 68,000 people suffer lawn
mower injuries each year? The Pennsylvania Division of the American
Trauma Society reminds you to be safe while mowing the lawn. Never leave a
mower unattended while it is running. Remember that young children should
never operate a lawn mower and should be at least 16 before operating a
riding mower. Keep your family safe this summer. For more information on
lawn mower safety, please call the American Trauma Society at
1-800-822-2358.
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Public Service Announcements – Falls Awareness Prevention Day
45 Second PSA
Did you
know that falls are the leading cause of death due to injury among the
elderly? In fact, 87 percent of all fractures in the elderly are fall
related. This is why getting involved with Falls Prevention Awareness Day,
on September 23, is so important. The national initiative is celebrated in
order to provide fall awareness and fall prevention strategies to the
public. The American Trauma Society, PA Division reminds you to be aware
of your environment so that you can avoid a fall. If you’re walking
outside, make sure there is plenty of light and look for cracks, uneven
pavement, leaves, or anything that could cause a tumble. If you’re inside,
keep hallways clear and wear socks or slippers with rubber grips. Also
remember to use handrails and supports, when available, to safely travel
up and down stairs. Surprisingly, 86,000 fall injuries involve pets
each year. Keep your pet’s toys put away and always be aware of where your
pets are by using a pet collar with a bell. For more information on Falls
Awareness Prevention Day or falls in general, contact the Pennsylvania
Division of the American Trauma Society at 1-800-822-2358.
30
Second PSA
Did you
know that falls are the leading cause of death due to injury among the
elderly? This is why getting involved with Falls Prevention Awareness Day,
on September 23, is so important. The national initiative is celebrated in
order to provide fall awareness and fall prevention strategies to the
public. The American Trauma Society, PA Division reminds you to be aware
of your environment so that you can avoid a fall. If you’re walking
outside, make sure there is plenty of light and look for cracks, uneven
pavement, leaves, or anything that could cause a tumble. If you’re inside,
keep hallways clear and wear socks or slippers with rubber grips. For more
information on Falls Awareness Prevention Day or falls in general, contact
the Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society at
1-800-822-2358.
15
Second PSA
Did you
know that falls are the leading cause of death due to injury among the
elderly? September 23 is Falls Prevention Awareness Day and is celebrated
in order to provide public awareness to falls and fall prevention
strategies. The American Trauma Society, PA Division reminds you to be
aware of your environment so that you can avoid a fall. While outside be
aware of uneven pavement, and while inside keep hallways clear. For more
information on Falls Awareness Prevention Day or falls in general, contact
the Pennsylvania Division of the American Trauma Society at
1-800-822-2358.
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