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Shield Your Skin On The Road: Easy Sun-Safety Gear For Driving
health26 days ago

Shield Your Skin On The Road: Easy Sun-Safety Gear For Driving

UV rays can reach skin through car windows and accumulate during everyday driving, contributing to skin cancer risk even with a windshield in place. The article notes side windows offer less protection and suggests simple, on-the-go protection: SPF 30 body lotion, SPF 30 lip balm, UV 400 sunglasses, UPF 50+ driving gloves or arm sleeves, a sun hoodie, a neck gaiter, a removable sunshade, a convertible visor, and a sun shawl, all presented with shopping options. It cites the American Academy of Dermatology on skin cancer being the most common US cancer and emphasizes that routine, road-time sun exposure adds up over time.

via HuffPost|
#dermatology#driving#health
Independence Delayed: A Teen Resists Learning to Drive
parenting2 months ago

Independence Delayed: A Teen Resists Learning to Drive

Slate's Care and Feeding columnist counsels a mother whose 15-year-old son is adamantly avoiding driver’s education, fearing death and showing anxiety and perfectionism. The response urges calm, compassionate dialogue to address underlying worries, consider a slower, teen-led path to obtaining a permit, keep transportation steady (not punitive), and help him build independence on his own timeline while maintaining connection with friends.

via Slate Magazine|
#anxiety#driving#family
Driving Clues: Early Dementia Signs May Show Up Behind the Wheel
health3 months ago

Driving Clues: Early Dementia Signs May Show Up Behind the Wheel

New guidance highlights how dementia can affect driving skills first—vision, balance, and visuospatial abilities—often years before diagnosis. Early signs can also include loss of smell and trouble with everyday tasks. While a dementia diagnosis doesn't automatically stop driving, worsening symptoms should prompt medical evaluation and safer driving decisions.

via HuffPost UK|
#alzheimers-association#dementia#diagnosis
Samson Delivers a Tight, Action-Packed Open-World Experience
gaming4 months ago

Samson Delivers a Tight, Action-Packed Open-World Experience

Samson: A Tyndalston Story offers a lean, momentum-driven open-world action experience with weighty combat and satisfying driving, anchored by a tight daily-job loop and a strong 90s noir vibe. While its focused scope keeps pacing tight and helps the game feel polished for its scale, it can feel repetitive and light on content, with some PC optimization quirks and animation polish not matching bigger budgets.

via The Outerhaven|
#action-adventure#combat#driving
Spontaneous Getaways Rewritten by Rising Fares and TSA Delays
travel5 months ago

Spontaneous Getaways Rewritten by Rising Fares and TSA Delays

Rising airfares, fuel costs, and long TSA lines are cooling spontaneous mini-breaks, pushing travelers to drive or choose trips closer to home, and prompting some to delay plans or seek deals. Missed flights and security delays have hit some travelers hard, while others pivot to longer road trips or rail; even with demand intact, the pattern is shifting rather than disappearing as airlines trim flights and fuel prices push costs higher.

via Business Insider|
#airfare#delays#driving
Californians Trade the Car for Transit as Gas Prices Soar
metro5 months ago

Californians Trade the Car for Transit as Gas Prices Soar

California drivers are cutting back on car trips as gas prices spike to about $5.33 per gallon overnight and stay higher than the national average; many commuters are turning to public transit or using apps like GasBuddy to locate cheaper fuel, with some areas such as San Francisco topping $6 and Sacramento suburbs feeling the pressure, affecting families and the local economy.

via nypost.com|
#california#driving#gas-prices
Beat the road slouch: four PT-backed stretches to fix driving posture
health5 months ago

Beat the road slouch: four PT-backed stretches to fix driving posture

A physical therapist explains how long drives and desk time create a forward, tight-chest posture that can weaken core and breathing, and she recommends taking breaks about every 90 minutes plus a four-move routine—bridge with a ball, modified swimmers, hip-flexor stretch, and a shoulder-band activation—to open the chest and hips and strengthen the back for better mobility.

via Fit&Well|
#desk-sitting#driving#health
Legendary singer-songwriter Chris Rea passes away at 74
obituaries8 months ago

Legendary singer-songwriter Chris Rea passes away at 74

Chris Rea, a renowned rock and blues singer known for his distinctive voice and love of cars, has died at age 74. His career was inspired by his passion for driving, which influenced many of his hit songs like 'Road to Hell' and 'Driving Home for Christmas.' Rea overcame health challenges, including pancreatic cancer, and was also a car enthusiast who owned vintage vehicles. His music and life were deeply intertwined with themes of travel and life's journeys.

via BBC|
#cars#chris-rea#driving
Google Maps Integrates Waze Alerts for Enhanced Navigation
technology1 year ago

Google Maps Integrates Waze Alerts for Enhanced Navigation

Google Maps has integrated Waze's community-submitted alert features, providing real-time updates on road incidents, which can be helpful for drivers. However, these alerts can also be distracting, especially when they require interaction through a car's touchscreen, which can take the driver's attention away from the road. The issue highlights the broader challenge of balancing technology's benefits with safety concerns in vehicles.

via Gizmodo|
#distracted-driving#driving#google-maps