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Accident scenes can be dangerous for response crews, including roadside emergency personnel, firemen and police officers. New York police officers are now training to respond to accidents involving electric cars that carry sensitive components, including the battery...
There have been 23 deaths and 300 infections in the recent meningitis outbreak. Public health authorities estimate that 14,000 have been exposed to the steroids that were used as pain medications. The victims and families of the deadly meningitis outbreak have begun...
Workers' compensation benefits are crucial for a construction worker injured on the job. In most situations, construction workers that are injured are unable to return to work for a significant length of time, if ever. Without workers' compensation benefits, not only...
In a positive sign for the housing market, construction on new homes jumped 15% this past September according to the Commerce Department.The pace is the best the nation has had since the mortgage crisis and subsequent economic collapse in 2008.In addition to the...
A new study suggests that the liposuction isn't any safer than it was nearly 25 years ago when it was approved by the FDA. According to researchers, liposuction has been oversimplified by popular culture and promoted without giving Americans a clear picture of the...
Any surgical and post-operative mistakes can have devastating consequences for patients. While hospitals implement safety protocols and procedures to ensure patient safety, a new report suggests that these processes may not be enough to prevent errors and injury. The...
When on a vacation, there is nothing like arriving at your destination and then finally getting into your rental car. It is nice to get a break from home and even from one's own vehicle sometimes. While most can't afford to rent a luxury sports car and don't expect a...
