Electrocution, the result of exposure to electric shock, is a serious problem. While immediate consequences like burns and tissue damage are painful, the aftermath of electrocution can extend far beyond the initial incident. Understanding the long-term health...
Personal Injury
Signs of a CSF leak following a car accident
Car accidents can result in a variety of serious injuries, some of which may be less obvious, like a cerebrospinal fluid leak. Your CSF remains contained by a three-layer membrane known as your meninges. During the impact of an accident, the meninges can rupture and...
Tips for avoiding black ice-related accidents
The Zebra reported 135,000 injuries from car accidents due to winter weather hazards in 2022. Winter can bring picturesque landscapes and cozy moments, but it also introduces some perilous road conditions. One of the most treacherous hazards is black ice, which is...
What should you do after a car accident?
A car accident may happen suddenly and damage your vehicle. The collision may also result in injuries that make it difficult to take care of your daily tasks and return to work. When you get into a car accident, it is important to stay calm. You should also take...
What are signs of traumatic brain injuries?
After getting into a car crash, it is not impossible that you may suffer from a brain injury of some sort. Identifying traumatic brain injuries serves as one of the most important ways to get proper medical care as quickly as possible. Physical signs Mayo Clinic...
Risk factors that can cause drowsy driving
On the road, drivers who fall asleep or struggle to pay attention due to fatigue pose a serious threat. Some people recognize dangerous levels of drowsiness but disregard traffic safety issues and drive regardless, while others do not realize the extent to which...
Is it normal to have a headache after a car accident?
As you probably know, car accidents are some of the more stressful situations anyone can go through. This is true even if your accident is a relatively minor one. According to the Cleveland Clinic, stress can cause a person to develop a headache. As a result, it might...
How to reduce accidents involving teenage drivers
The presence of teenage drivers on the road increases the risk of crashes. There are various reasons why this age group gets into accidents more than any other group, and inexperience is a major one. Fortunately, there are ways to improve teen driving and reduce...
Common causes of injurious motorcycle accidents
Motorcycle riding is a fun way of getting around. Zipping from one location to the next on a two-wheeler offers true exhilaration. The downside is that there remains a significant risk of injury. Even conscientious operators are susceptible to serious harm for...