Contrary to popular belief, a work-related knee injury can be more dire than it seems, sometimes leading to chronic mobility problems or even disability. Unfortunately, knee injuries occur frequently across many industries, threatening the ability to work. Below is a...
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Why do people run red lights?
Accidents at intersections are incredibly common. In fact, they lead to around 50% of fatal accidents in the United States. In many cases, these crashes happen because one driver runs a red light. But why do drivers make this mistake? Following traffic control devices...
3 serious illnesses caused by asbestos exposure at work
Professionals in many fields have experienced asbestos exposure at work. From those who work on ships to those in manufacturing facilities, many employees have encountered asbestos, possibly without any safety gear. Prior to strict modern regulations, high levels of...
Doctors often miss heart attacks in women
When a doctor makes the wrong diagnosis, it can have a serious impact on the patient’s health. This is especially true if the doctor thinks that a life-threatening condition is actually fairly mundane. For instance, if they tell someone who is having a heart attack...
3 ways surgical errors can happen
Few occupations require as much skill as surgery. It takes a long time to become a surgeon and surgeons are expected to conduct themselves to a high professional standard. While some surgeries are routine, others can be more serious. In any case, there is little...
What are the pros and cons of workers’ comp medical coverage?
Workers' compensation helps to protect people from some of the medical risks inherent in working. There are two main types of benefits available to workers with injuries or job-related illnesses in New Jersey. If an employee requires time away from their job,...
Overworked doctors may fail to accurately diagnose their patients
Diagnosing a medical condition can be very difficult, in part because so many different maladies can cause similar symptoms. A persistent dry cough could be a sign of certain allergies or an early warning of lung cancer. People generally do not have the knowledge,...
How medical professionals classify spinal cord injuries
The force of a car crash can produce a range of serious, possibly life-altering injuries. People can lose body parts due to traumatic amputation. They can suffer brain injuries. They might also incur spinal cord injuries in collisions. Spinal cord injuries are among...
3 myths about workers’ compensation to avoid
Workers’ compensation benefits are there to help injured or ill employees. Applicable employees can use these benefits to cover their medical bills and lost wages in hopes of recovering from their injury or illness. If you are looking to apply for workers’ comp...
Why a two-second following distance isn’t safe
If you look for advice on how to maintain a proper following distance when driving, you’ll probably find that it’s agreed to be at least three seconds. This is true whether you’re driving on a residential street at 25 miles an hour or an interstate at 70 mph. Many...