Daniel Hohal | Blogger

From his home in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Daniel (“Dan”) Hohal works in the insurance sector. A keen motorcyclist in his free time, Daniel Hohal maintains membership with the American Legion Riders. Here are some useful tips for riders on buying a helmet. 1. Fit. A motorcycle helmet should be snug to the point where the padding does not move against the skin. Rotation of the helmet while in use creates fatigue and tension around the neck and a distraction while riding. 2. DOT-Certified. Examine the back of the helmet to look for the sticker that indicates Department of Transportation (DOT) certification. Helmets with this certification are tested to ensure they can withstand a certain amount of impact and have (among other factors) quality fastening systems. 3. Visibility. If you spend a lot of time riding at night, the visibility of the helmet to others becomes a factor. Helmets are available in a range of colors, so look for one that reflects light, particularly if your leathers are d

A claims supervisor based in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Daniel “Dan” Hohal is a graduate of Marywood University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration. Away from his work, Daniel Hohal lends his support to several charitable initiatives, including the National Brain Tumor Society, which funds and collaborates with researchers in the area. The symptoms associated with brain tumors vary depending on where they are located and their size. Generally, they lead to increased pressure being felt somewhere in the head, resulting in headaches, feelings of nausea, and vomiting. Some may also experience mental fatigue and a number of vision problems, including blurriness and occasional vision loss. Other symptoms are more specific to the position of the tumor. For example, those located in the cerebrum can cause body weakness, usually focused on one side, and issues with speech and memory. Those in the cerebellum affect your ability to maintain your balance, while tumors in