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It's driving. :laugh:
Quick: What's the biggest threat to your health? If you're like most women, you probably think the answer is breast cancer or maybe even heart disease. Guess again. The real culprit is getting behind the wheel. Automobile accidents are the leading cause of death in women under the age of 35, according to the Centers for Disease Control, and are also a major cause of traumatic brain injury and fatality in women of all ages. But before you throw in your keys for good, a wealth of new research shows that auto accidents are highly preventable. "The difference between getting in a crash and not getting in a crash often comes down to the split-second decisions a person makes," says Dave Teater, director of Transportation Initiatives for the National Safety Council (NSC). Knowing the right decision before you put your car into drive can help you arrive alive.