04/10/2026
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center encourages all drivers to be alert and distraction-free on the road. Did you know…
• Over 3,000 people die each year due to distracted driving
• Around 9 people die every single day from distracted driving
• Drivers spend an average of 1 minute and 38 seconds on their phones for every hour they drive
Prevent distracted driving with these helpful tips:
• No multitasking – Set your GPS, music, and messages before driving
• Use apps that block notifications or silence your phone while driving
• Help reduce distractions in the car – keep it calm and focused
• Speak up if the driver is distracted – your voice could save lives
• Parents – have real conversations with your teen drivers about the dangers of distracted driving
One second of distraction can change everything. Let’s make the roads safer for everyone!