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Published:Alcohol, heat and carelessness – a dangerous combination at Midsummer!
Finns tend to consume the highest amount of alcohol during public holidays. In addition to that, there tends to be an extended period during summer when consumption is higher, in comparison to the res…
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Almost one in three people in Finland have slipped and fallen in the past year
Almost one in three people in Finland have suffered a slip-and-fall accident either this winter or last winter. Of those, close to a third were injured and one in eight had to take time off from work …
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Stay on your feet: tips for slippery winter conditions
Working-age people often have slipping and falling accidents, and their effects can be seen every year as significant costs and instances of sick leave. Dangerous locations include the yard at home an…
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Unusual times can lead to an increase in accidents at home and during leisure time
As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, many of us are spending more time at home than usual, including during our leisure time. What’s more, we have had to reduce the amount of contact we have, particu…
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Exceptional ice conditions cause dangerous situations
The inconsistent ice situation across Finland has contributed to a higher than usual number of drownings. A total of 11 people drowned in January-February this year, compared to 4 a year ago. There ha…
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One in three finds studded shoes or anti-slip guards too cumbersome – despite obvious benefits
The ‘Pysy pystyssä’ campaign reminds you that you can be prepared for slippery winter conditions by wearing studded shoes or anti-slip guards, which will undoubtedly help you stay upright. However, ac…
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Hurry shows in accident statistics – it is worth slowing down before Christmas
Hurry causes the lion’s share of accidents at home. Hurry also contributes to many accidents at work, during leisure time activities and in traffic. The National Accident Day will be held on Friday 13…
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Take your time, avoid rushing and stay on your feet when it is slippery outside
Slippery streets may take pedestrians by surprise in the early winter, when they have not gotten used to icy streets yet. The ‘Pysy pystyssä’ campaign reminds Finns to pay attention to slippery condit…
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Observational failures are a typical element in cycling accidents – National Accident Prevention Day focuses particularly on men’s proneness to accidents
Nearly half of the men who cycle have either had a fall or been involved in an accident while cycling during the last three years, according to a cycling survey conducted by the Finnish Road Safety Co…
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Two out of five people have ended up in hazardous situations due to slippery shoes
According to a new survey by the Finnish Road Safety Council, up to 40 per cent of Finns say they have experienced a hazardous situation in traffic during the past year due to wearing shoes that are t…
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Keep your feet on the ground this festive season – despite the increased risk
If the pavements are slippery during the festive season, it is reflected in a peak in pedestrians falling accidents and people hurting themselves. In the beginning of winter, pedestrians have forgotte…
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