Motorists in Ohio and across the United States are driving faster legally, and it is leading to an increased number of traffic deaths. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that speed limit hikes between 1993 and 2013 led to an additional 33,000 road...
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Month: July 2017
Surgery might not benefit some prostate cancer patients
When an Iowa man is diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer, it may be recommended that he consider certain treatment options that could include prostate cancer surgery. However, a long-term study found that those with localized tumors did not benefit from the...
Several large cars honored in safety tests
Three large car models that are popular with Iowa motorists have received top honors in safety tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Lincoln Continental, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Toyota Avalon were all named Top Safety Picks Plus by the...
A car accident can cause many types of injury
There is never a good time to be involved in a car accident. Not only can this cause damage to your vehicle, but it can lead to a variety of physical and mental injuries as well. Since car accidents have the potential to cause serious injury, it's important to take...
July 4 holiday sees increase in auto claims
According to a leading, auto accident claim rates are 7 percent higher on July 4 and the three days leading up to it compared to Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. The claims rate may increase because of increased traffic . Furthermore, Iowa drivers may be tired or...