Safety & Insurance

Farm youth are not immune to the stressors that impact the mental health of their adult counterparts.

The COVID-19 pandemic had a devastating impact on roadway safety nationwide. 

The “do not disturb while driving” setting on your cellphone isn’t just for remaining undisturbed during meetings or movies. It also can limit phone distractions behind the wheel and help make roadways safer.

As Bicyclist and Pedestrian Awareness Month approaches, every road user should be mindful of an alarming uptick in nationwide fatalities involving walkers and bikers.

Some of the nation’s most vital workers face life-threatening situations every day.

Twelve people lost their lives in fatal traffic crashes in Virginia throughout 2022’s four-day Labor Day holiday weekend, according to Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles crash data. Those 12 included juveniles, pedestrians and several not wearing seat belts.

Your odds of being struck by lightning in an 80-year lifetime are 1 in 18,864, according to the National Lightning Safety Council.

Summer heat breeds outdoor fun—and hidden critters looking for a quick bite. Virginians should take proper precautions when venturing outdoors as tick season continues.

Whether you’re blowing yard debris from walkways or driving a tractor through a field, noisy equipment can exacerbate hearing loss.
 

Whether sitting on the beach or working on a farm, everyone should be mindful of sun exposure, and take precautions.