Distraction is usually only mentioned as a workplace danger when talking about people who drive for a living. Yet drivers are not the only employees who risk causing serious harm if they do not stay focused. One area where distraction could be incredibly serious is...
A doctor can opt to order a planned or emergency caesarian (C) section. With the latter, the need for it is usually not present until during labor. Here are four scenarios that may call for a C-section: 1. Abnormal position If a fetus is in breech presentation...
Medical errors can occur in a variety of different scenarios. Sometimes, doctors make mistakes when they diagnose patients. Other times, surgeons can make errors during procedures. Frequently, the recommended course of treatment for a host of different medical...
A car accident can lead to catastrophic injuries, such as brain and spine injuries. Victims can suffer from life-long injuries. Some injuries may also lead to wrongful deaths. Victims and survivors of victims of auto accidents can pursue damages. There are two types...
Have you ever noticed that people seem to like buying oversized vehicles? Many of the new vehicles on the road are seven-passenger SUVs or massive pickup trucks. You do still see sports cars, sedans and convertibles, but they are not the norm. Even many SUVs are...
All types of car accidents can result in severe injuries. However, rear-end collisions are especially dangerous because those in front tend not to see the accident coming. What are some of the most common causes of rear-end collisions? Distractions For experienced...
People sometimes seek out older doctors, believing in the value of experience. If they need to have a serious surgery carried out, for instance, they would rather have someone in their 60s who has been doing it for 30 years, rather than someone in their 30s who just...
Car crashes can cause massive damage to a vehicle and, therefore, major injuries to the people inside. Modern vehicles boast design features to keep passengers safe. Engineers even try to control the way that vehicles may crumple during different types of collisions....
Caffeine is the most popular drug in use in the United States – and it’s the loyal companion of many truckers. Endless cups of coffee, energy drinks and bottles of soda are a lot of trucker’s “go-to” remedy for the fatigue associated with long-haul trucking. While...
The decision to have a limb amputated is a serious one, often resulting from a major accident or illness. Imagine waking up after surgery to learn that the wrong limb was amputated due to a mistake. The doctor then informs you that amputating the correct limb is still...
