Yahoo Lifestyle What Are The Seemingly "Safe" Things People Do All The Time That Are Actually Verrryyy Risky?
We all make mistakes and have the occasional bad habit, but sometimes, we don't even realize it's putting us at risk.
Like for me, I've spent three years neglecting to buy a proper ergonomic desk chair. I really have no excuse other than I didn't want to shell out the money, but now I'm paying the price with chronic lower back pain.
Don't worry, before I mess with my back any longer, I AM going out to buy a new chair!!!
I wouldn't say that's the "riskiest" thing out there, but it certainly can cause long-term damage, as I have had to learn the hard way. So, what are some other seemingly innocuous things we all do that can actually be suuuper risky?
Maybe you're an emergency room nurse, and you've seen one too many motorcycle accidents to know to never get on any kind of bike without a helmet, even for the most experienced riders. No amount of freedom or cool factor is worth that risk.
Perhaps you're a neurosurgeon, and yes, you agree to always wear a seat belt and never ride a motorcycle without a helmet, but there are other things people do all the time that are a little less obvious risk. While it might be controversial, you would never recommend patients go to a chiropractor to get their neck readjusted. You've seen too many horror stories, and studies have shown the risk of an artery injury and stroke is higher in people after a neck manipulation.
Perhaps you learned the hard way to never get into unfamiliar ocean water or beaches. You and your family vacationed in Hawaii and went to a popular hiking trail. On the trail was a beach, and you got in without realizing the current's strength (or reading the signs).
You ended up way offshore and nearly smashed into a shore break, trying to get back. You somehow made it back, but after you realized there were signs all over warning of the rip currents. There was even a tally of drowning victims at the exact spot you were. A local said you were one of the lucky ones. Next time, you'll know to read the signs and rule #1: water always wins.
So, tell me — what are the "seemingly safe" but actually dangerous things people do all the time? Perhaps you learned for yourself, or you're an expert in a field that sees too many seemingly safe bets gone south. Whatever the case, I want to hear from you! Let me know in the comments or you can submit using this anonymous form.
