Your mental health is equally as important as your physical health. You might forget this when you have a traumatic physical injury to deal with. Once your physical impairments begin to heal, you may notice how unwell you feel regarding your emotions and psychological...
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Some facts about U.S. truck accidents
Commercial truck collisions with cars and other passenger vehicles are a huge safety problem in this country. Even if you have been in a truck accident, you might not realize the scope of the danger. Some statistics from the federal government might help make the...
Preparing for your doctor visit can increase your safety
Visiting the doctor might not seem like a big deal and like something that does not require much preparation. However, too lax of an attitude could interfere with your ability to effectively advocate for your needs. Switching to a mindset where you treat your doctor...
Potential spinal cord injuries after a car accident
Car accidents contribute to many spinal cord injuries. A collision's sudden impact and force can cause the spine to compress, twist or bend unnaturally, potentially damaging the spinal cord. The National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center reports that car accidents...
What are the keys to safe winter driving?
Spring may be just around the corner, but winter weather is still possible. It is never too late to make sure you understand how to drive safely on snow and ice-covered roads. Even if you are a new driver or new to an area that sees winter weather, you can learn a few...
What are the signs of internal bleeding?
After a traumatic accident, internal bleeding can result in serious complications. Unfortunately, internal bleeding can also fly under the radar. Internal bleeding can occur due to blunt trauma or penetrating trauma. In cases of blunt trauma, your blood vessels become...
3 medical mistakes that can lead to birth injury
Medical malpractice or negligence can occur during the birthing process and result in a birth injury. The National Library of Medicine observes that medical errors are a real risk for mothers and their infants. Some risk factors include whether the doctor monitored...
What could increase the risks of anesthesia?
Anesthesia mistakes can be fatal. When requiring surgery, it is essential that the anesthesiologist knows about all your health conditions. If the practitioner does not do a good review of your health situation, it could introduce risks of an error. Certain medical...
Evaluating your condition after a car accident
Experiencing a car accident can leave you shaken and dazed. Initially, you might feel okay physically, but your condition might gradually change in the days that follow. Document how you feel in the weeks after your crash. Consistently evaluating your condition might...
What drivers need to know about large truck blind spots
Every time you get behind the wheel, it is likely that you will share the road with large commercial trucks. It is such a regular occurrence that you might not feel any hesitation toward driving alongside a semi-trailer, but it might be more dangerous than you think...