PREVENT THE ACCIDENT BEFORE IT HAPPENS 3 STRATEGIES FOR PREVENTING DRUNK DRIVING
Labor Day, which falls on Sept. 2 this year, is the fourth deadliest holiday to be out on the road. And, while it’s good to be extra vigilant on days when people are more likely to be drinking, accidents with drunk drivers can happen any time. Even though it’s illegal, drunk driving kills almost 30 people every day due to auto accidents. Here are a few ways you can stay safe.
drive home under the influence, offer to call them a cab or a ride-share service. STAY WITH FRIENDS OR FAMILY If you’re out of options for getting home safely at night, see if you can stay the night with friends or family, depending on where you’re drinking. Similarly, if you’re the one hosting the party, it might be wise to prepare accommodations for party-goers without an option to safely get home. EDUCATE YOUR KIDS Kids and teens are introduced to alcohol at younger and younger ages. Some organizations call the days between Memorial Day and Labor Day “The Deadliest Days of Summer”
because teens are more likely to be involved in drunk driving accidents. If you’re a parent, be honest with your child about the dangers of drinking and driving, and prevent the accident before it happens. Soon, the seasons will change, and holiday season will be upon us. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve all increase the likelihood of accidents involving drunk driving. But, if you are aware of the dangers of drunk driving and do your part to help others make good decisions, you can help make the roads a little bit safer.
PLAN YOUR TRANSPORTATION AHEAD OF TIME
Don’t go out drinking without a way to get home safely. Moreover, don’t wait until after you’ve already started drinking to plan your exit strategy. If you see someone who looks like they’re trying to get into their car and
TAKE A BREAK
AVOCADO AND MANGO SALSA
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INGREDIENTS
• 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed • 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and cubed • 12 cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice • 1⁄4 tsp salt • 1⁄4 tsp black pepper
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large bowl, place the avocado, mango, and tomatoes and gently stir with the large spoon. 2. Drizzle with the oil and lemon or lime juice. Add salt and pepper to taste. 3. Cover and refrigerate up to 4 hours, or serve right away over grains or greens.
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