February 10, 2012: Pot Use Could Double Risk of Car Crash, Research Shows
No reliable roadside test available to identify drugged drivers, experts say

February 02, 2012: Health Tip: Talk to Teens About Distracted Driving
Help keep them safe behind the wheel

January 29, 2012: Teen Driver's Friends Can Be Dangerous Distraction, Studies Find
And certain young drivers are more apt to cruise around in a crowd

January 12, 2012: Little Known About How Autism Affects Teen Drivers: Researchers
Communication and motor skill impairments may influence driving skills, experts say

December 28, 2011: States Crack Down on Drunk Drivers This Holiday Season
New Year's Day is among the five deadliest days on U.S. roads, sobering research shows

December 28, 2011: Health Tip: Wear Your Seat Belt During Pregnancy
And watch where you sit

December 20, 2011: Driving Isn't An Issue for Most People With Diabetes
American Diabetes Association warns against blanket driving restrictions, recommends individual assessments

December 14, 2011: Drunk Driving-Related Deaths Surge During the Holidays
Alcohol affects coordination and judgment long before people appear to be intoxicated, experts say

December 13, 2011: U.S. Safety Board Urges Nationwide Ban on Drivers' Use of Cellphones
Recent texting-linked tragedy in Missouri points to the need for national approach, board says

December 09, 2011: Health Tip: Should You Still Be Driving?
Older people need to evaluate their skills, experts say

November 30, 2011: Most U.S. Drivers Engage in 'Distracting' Behaviors: Poll
Cellphone talk, texting, even applying makeup: Most know it's dangerous, but many do it anyway

November 18, 2011: Ill-Fitting Children's Seat Belts Common in U.S., Study Finds
Improper fit can result in serious injury, safety experts warn

November 04, 2011: Drowsy Driving 'Unacceptable,' But One-Third Do It: Poll
Prevention tips include pulling over for a coffee and a short nap, travel safety experts advise

November 01, 2011: Health Tip: Install Car Seats Correctly
And other suggestions for seat safety

October 21, 2011: Older Drivers More Cautious Than Younger Ones After Surgery
That makes older drivers safer drivers, experts say

October 20, 2011: Car Crash Injury Risk Greater for Women Drivers: Study
Their smaller size, preferred seating posture may make them more vulnerable

October 20, 2011: Teen Drivers Prone to 'G-Force' Errors, Researchers Say
Sudden braking, high-speed turns and other common mistakes contribute to higher crash rate

October 17, 2011: Fewer Than Half of Kids Hurt in Car Crashes Wearing Seat Belts
Black, Hispanic and Native American children less likely to buckle up, study says

October 17, 2011: Health Tip: Don't Drive When Drowsy
Signs it's time to stop for a rest

October 14, 2011: Teen Crash Risk High in First Month of Driving, Study Finds
Speeding, inattention, failing to yield are most common mistakes, research shows

October 12, 2011: Pot Smoking May More Than Double Crash Risk
Driving dangers rise as marijuana potency and frequency increase, study finds

October 09, 2011: Number of U.S. Kids Injured on Halloween Is Scary
Children at 4 times the risk of being hit by a car on Oct. 31 than any other night, experts warn

October 06, 2011: Health Tip: Avoid Distractions Behind the Wheel
Here are some examples

October 01, 2011: Keep Kids in Rear-Facing Car Seats Until Age 2
Many parents think the first birthday is time to face front, but experts say it's safer to wait

September 13, 2011: Driving Restrictions Help Prevent Deadly Crashes Among 16-Year-Olds
But 18-year-olds don't fare as well, study finds

September 02, 2011: Labor Day Drunk Driving Crackdown Planned
Expect to see police out in full force nationwide, federal officials say

July 28, 2011: Speed Cameras Save Lives, Money: Study
Researchers in Spain find the cameras are a cost effective means of accident prevention

July 25, 2011: Kids With ADHD Less Adept at Crossing the Street: Study
They may look both ways, but leave too little time to cross safely

July 18, 2011: Kids Fare Better in Crashes When Grandparents Driving: Study
Children could be even safer if older drivers knew more about using safety seats

July 12, 2011: Health Tip: Insufficient Sleep Can Be Dangerous
Here's how it affects your health

July 08, 2011: Golf-Cart Head Injuries on the Upswing, Study Finds
Researchers surprised to find alcohol involved in many cases

June 30, 2011: One-Third of Undergrads Admit Using Phone 'Apps' While Driving
Safety expert calls survey findings astounding

June 24, 2011: Even One Glass of Beer, Wine Boosts Car Crash Risk: Study
'Buzzed' drivers more likely to speed, neglect seat-belts and be in the striking vehicle, results show

June 24, 2011: Drug Use May Play Role in 25% of Driver Deaths, Study Finds
Cocaine, amphetamines and pot each accounted for one-quarter of positive tests in victims

June 10, 2011: Distracted Driving May Be Rising Despite State Laws
Compiling, comparing legislation might help find best way to curb texting, talking, researchers say

May 03, 2011: Bright Side of Paying More at the Pump? Fewer Car Crashes
Mississippi study reports link between higher gas prices and drop in drunken-driving accidents

May 01, 2011: More Than Half of Kids in Car Seats Have Unbuckled Themselves, Survey Finds
And 75% of those children were 3 or younger, researchers added

April 12, 2011: Driver Errors Explain Most Teen Crashes, Experts Say
Inexperience, not reckless driving, causes most collisions, study finds

March 21, 2011: Chronic Pain Often Follows Car Crash: Study
Compared with other traumatic events, traffic accidents most likely to trigger risk, research finds

March 11, 2011: Fans of Winning Teams Linked to Fatal Crashes
Close score may spur aggressive, testosterone-fueled driving, researchers suggest

March 10, 2011: Elderly Tend to Drive Slower to Make Up for Reaction Time
Narrowed field of vision limits ability to detect potential pedestrian hazards, experts say

March 08, 2011: Lab-Grown Urethra Used to Replace Damaged Tube
Tissue engineering creates longer-lasting replacement for urinary tract injury, study finds

February 22, 2011: Car Ignition 'Interlocks' Thwart Alcohol-Impaired Drivers
In a review of such programs, CDC found a 67% drop among motorists re-arrested for drunk driving

February 15, 2011: Motorcycle Helmets Help Protect Against Spine Injury: Study
Researchers debunk myth that weight of head protection puts neck at risk in crash

January 25, 2011: Some Older Drivers' Vision Problems Different Than Thought
May be too aware of background movement, rather than have reduced vision, study finds

January 13, 2011: Health Disparities Persist in U.S., Report Shows
Income, gender and race still influence health status, CDC data finds

December 31, 2010: Holiday Drinking Raises Death Toll on U.S. Roads, Experts Warn
Traffic fatalities due to impaired driving jump from 28% to 40% over Christmas, New Year's

December 30, 2010: ER Visits by Underage Drinkers Spike on New Year's
Adults urged to talk to kids about dangers of alcohol use at this time of year

December 12, 2010: Critter Crossings Improve Highway Safety, Study Finds
Wildlife underpasses shown to reduce animal-vehicle collisions

December 09, 2010: 40 Million in U.S. Driving Drunk or Drugged
Most are aged 16 to 25, a new federal study finds