Traumatic brain injuries, otherwise known as TBIs, can be complex and challenging to diagnose, especially when the more overt symptoms are absent. While severe cases of TBIs often manifest with noticeable signs like intense headaches, there are subtle signs that...
What degrees of burns can you have after a car or truck crash?
After a car or truck crash, your body could struggle with various injuries, including burns. Burns have different classifications based on their severity. Understanding these degrees can help you grasp the extent of the damage and the necessary medical attention....
How to determine fault in a multi-vehicle accident
Establishing car accident fault, in most cases, is a challenge. However, untangling the truth becomes more complicated when the accident involves more than two vehicles. If you recently experienced a multi-vehicle crash, there are ways that you can prove who caused...
What workers’ compensation benefits are available?
When you get hurt or become ill due to your job, you may qualify for workers' compensation. To be eligible, the injury or illness must have occurred while you were performing work duties directly related to your job. Workers' compensation benefits provide much-needed...
Common reasons why dogs bite
Dog bites often lead to serious injuries with long-term complications and extensive medical treatment. Like any animal, dogs are sometimes unpredictable, though some situations create increased risk. Recognizing common causes for dog bites helps you identify...
Is an open compound fracture more dangerous than a simple one?
When it comes to bone fractures, not all are the same. From hairline to comminuted fractures, the severity can range significantly, as does the danger associated with them. Two types of fractures that you might come across are simple fractures and open compound...
How to stay safe on your motorcycle this summer
Summertime is the perfect time to embrace the open road on your motorcycle. Unfortunately, this is also the time when you are more likely to suffer from a serious injury. Motorcycles are inherently more dangerous than cars. Fortunately, there are a few things that you...
What are some signs of a drowsy driver near your lane?
Sharing the road with all kinds of vehicles can feel both stressful and enjoyable at times. When you notice someone near you swerving around in their car and acting strangely, you may wonder what is wrong. Drowsy driving is an issue that happens when the person behind...
Your next steps after a hit-and-run incident in Massachusetts
In the aftermath of a hit-and-run incident in Massachusetts, you might be in shock, angry or confused about what to do next. It can be daunting to deal with property damage, possible injuries and a fleeing culprit. The immediate actions you take after a hit-and-run...
How can distractions influence prescription errors?
Visiting a doctor's office when you need a prescription is often seen as a source of relief and recovery. But when this doctor fails to give you a correct prescription, it can lead to serious pain. One major source of this problem is doctors dealing with distraction...