News from NDSC!

Commit to Driving Distraction Free
Announcements, member events, Member news, Member News/Events, NDSC NewsApril is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the dangers of multitasking behind the wheel. Distracted driving is a leading cause of accidents, injuries, and fatalities on the road, yet many drivers continue to engage in risky behaviors like texting and eating while driving.

NDSC Awards Outstanding Safety Professional Award
Announcements, Member news, Member News/Events, NDSC NewsAt the North Dakota Safety Council’s 52nd Annual Safety & Health Conference, we proudly presented the Duane Kuehn Outstanding Safety Professional Award to Keith Bakken, HSE Manager for Community Contractors Inc.

The Power of Giving
Announcements, NDSC NewsEach year, communities come together on Giving Hearts Day to celebrate the spirit of generosity and support nonprofit organizations that make a meaningful impact.
National Safety Council News
- Study looks at how length and frequency of walks impact health
- NSC: Simple acts can save lives on the roads this holiday season
- Good sleep promotes ‘brain resilience,’ research shows
- Indoor surfaces may act as ‘sponges’ for hazardous chemicals
- Poor dental health may be a precursor to other health problems
- FDA: Don’t use anti-choking devices
- NSC urges people to drive safely over Thanksgiving weekend
- The dangers of vaping: New resources for teens and adults
- Pain in your knees or back? It might be your hip, researchers say
- ‘Exercise snacks’ may boost heart health among inactive people
- Arthritis in your knees? These activities may help
- Survey finds many people prioritize their cellphone over their safety
- The majority of kids’ calories come from ultraprocessed foods, data shows
- For these roadway users, roundabout exits are extra dangerous
- Use of 7-OH linked to serious illnesses, poison centers warn

