Governor Markell signs legislation restricting drivers’ cell phone use

texting while driving can be more dangerous than drinking and driving,” said Bayhealth Trauma Medical Director Dr. Ed Alexander. “Unfortunately, we’ve had to treat patients who’ve suffered traumatic injuries from crashes caused by drivers who are sending or receiving a text message.”

In early June, Bayhealth Trauma & Emergency Services launched a comprehensive public awareness campaign featuring radio public service announcements, billboards and posters that make a blunt, but poignant point. The billboards and posters feature Bayhealth Trauma & Emergency personnel with the message, “Texting and Driving? CU in our ER!”

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, states such as Maryland, New Jersey and New York, and Washington, D.C., require drivers to use hands-free devices, with Maryland’s law going into effect on Oct. 1.