Study Proves a Phone Call is Our Best Tool in Fighting the Senior Loneliness Epidemic

During the COVID lockdowns, the University of Texas at Austin conducted an experiment in which they regularly called 240 homebound older adults. Within four weeks of these calls, seniors who’d experienced depression reported their symptoms easing with no other change in their lives but these regular phone calls. The team at Ooma helped us understand … Read more

Graphic Provides Practical Safety Tips for Seniors

A graphic from Ooma serves as a practical safety roadmap, featuring a long list of senior-focused safety tips, creating a visual tool for families and caregivers. Rather than overwhelming readers with a dense explanation, 30 safety features are organized into clear categories, creating patterns that are easy to memorize and highlighting overlooked areas at a … Read more

Mapping Where Driving is Most Dangerous on New Year’s Day

A comprehensive study from CarInsurance.com shows that American roads become far more dangerous during the New Year’s holiday. Their data illustrates patterns that show when and where the danger peaks. The team used 2014-2023 data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and adjusted it by population to calculate per capita fatal accident rates. Some … Read more

Ranking States by Cleanliness of Their Workplaces

The team at Stratus Building Solutions analyzed workplace cleanliness across the United States. People who work in an office spend many hours there, so the space’s cleanliness can have a tremendous impact on their health and safety. In fact, OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, sets federal sanitation standards to protect workers. The team … Read more

Vacation Rental Property Owners Need to Study this Guide to Safety

Short-term vacation rentals are a lucrative use for a property that can become a thriving business, but they also pose risks to property owners. The team at Ooma created a quick reference point presenting rental safety in a pyramid chart. Their suggestions protect guests and property owners from some specific risks. All vacation rentals are … Read more

How AI Is Making A Splash In Healthcare

Modern technology has seen rapid advancement since the start of the 21st century. One of the most recent and most innovative advancements is undoubtedly artificial intelligence (AI). In the healthcare industry specifically, this technology evolved from a mere text-based chatbot to an absolute necessity for client processing. So, how exactly can this improved technology help … Read more

How Does Age Affect Driving?

According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 4,829 drivers aged 65 and older were killed in traffic crashes in 2023. But while overall crash rates for senior drivers are actually lower than for other groups, older drivers have higher rates of crashes per mile driven. This suggests that they drive less, but are still at … Read more

Drunk Driving Statistics 2025

Drunk driving remains one of the most preventable yet devastating causes of traffic fatalities in the United States. Despite decades of awareness campaigns, the numbers are still alarming.Each year, more than 10,000 people die in alcohol-impaired crashes—equivalent to nearly 30 deaths every single day. In 2021 alone, 13,384 people lost their lives in crashes involving … Read more