Whenever people think of car accidents, they often think of the most common causes of accidents: Drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding, and more all contribute to the most accidents. But one type of driving is often overlooked: drowsy driving. Drowsy driving has recently become a major problem in the United States as more and more …

Burn injuries are among the most devastating injuries a person can encounter. Under the most basic circumstances, they can be painful and require thorough treatment. Under the most critical circumstances, they can be life-changing and even fatal. Though often accidental, burn injuries are often the result of someone’s negligence. Below are five common causes of …

Most injuries that occur are often treatable with therapy and medical care. Eventually, most injuries are cured and those injured are able to carry on as though their injury never occurred. Unfortunately, not all injuries are like this. Neck and back injuries are among the more dangerous and life-altering injuries a person can endure, with …

Dog attacks are extremely common in the United States affecting children and adults alike. According to statistics put forth by the Humane Society, over 4.7 million Americans are bitten each year – that’s about two percent of the population in the United States as a whole. Over 334,000 victims are sent to the emergency room …

Like all the other vital parts of a car, tires require regular maintenance to ensure a safe driving experience for you and your loved ones. Failing to maintain a tire could lead to costly repairs, serious injuries, and in some cases, death. In fact, according to statistics reported by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, well …

Few injuries are as devastating as a brain injury. According to statistics provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 1.7 million people are affected by a traumatic brain injury every year – a number that has steadily been increasing over the years with no signs of slowing. Out of those 1.7 million incidents, …

Among the most serious injuries one could sustain in an accident is a spinal cord injury. Spinal cord injuries can affect the body in a variety of devastating ways including paralysis, poor circulation, cognitive issues, muscle pain and more. Symptoms of a spinal cord injury are not always obvious, as most people who suffer from …

Brian injuries are among the most devastating injuries a person could sustain. Injury to brain can affect the body in a wide variety of detrimental ways, the effects of which could follow a person for the rest of their life. A brain injury that’s been on the rise in recent years is the hypoxic brain …

It seems that as years go on, the road becomes a less and less accessible place for pedestrians. Sidewalks in some towns just end mid-path, other places have extremely limited sidewalks if any. Worst of all, pedestrians don’t get much in the way of respect from the millions of automobiles that are on the road. …