Suffering a sexual assault or abuse is a traumatic event that can leave lifelong emotional scars. Sexual assaults are much more prevalent than many would like to admit. According to sexual assault statistics provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (and reported by RAINN), roughly one in three sexual assaults go unreported. Fortunately, […]
Nursing homes have a duty to keep residents safe and healthy. But unfortunately, this industry is plagued with understaffing and underfunding – making everyday tasks difficult for many facilities. This reality creates serious risk factors of malnutrition and dehydration for elderly patients. The number of Americans living in nursing homes is growing both steadily and substantially. […]
Distracted driving is a huge problem on roadways across the world. Thanks to the digital revolution, more gadgets are stealing precious attention than ever before. There have been several laws put into place to help reduce the dangers of distracted driving – but unfortunately, around 3,000 people die every year in accidents involving a distracted driver. As motorists, […]
Bicycling is a staple of the summertime. In a state like Illinois, people have been patiently waiting all winter to bring their bikes out after a long, cold winter. Cycling has become an incredibly popular pastime in the United States – with over 50 million enthusiasts across the country. But more cyclists on the road […]
Being a school-aged child is hard – and it’s even harder for children who are victims of bullying. Now, the term “bullying” means something different in every state. In general, it refers to physical, mental, or verbal acts that harm another person. These acts can be devastating for young children in school with developing minds. […]
PTSD – Post Traumatic Stress Disorder – is a term we hear quite often these days. We commonly associate the term with military veterans returning from war. However, humans can develop PTSD for many, many different reasons. People involved in car accidents are common victims of PTSD. Combined with all the struggles of recovery, PTSD creates […]
The death of an infant is a parent’s worst nightmare. Impacted families are doing a lot to share their SIDS stories in hopes of helping scientists identify the cause, warning signs, and risk of SIDS by age. Fortunately, there is optimism in the scientific community. New SIDS research indicates that experts are close to finding […]
On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court finalized the decision to strike down Roe V. Wade – which will overturn abortion rights in many states across the country. The decision marks the reversal of a law passed in 1973. access to safe and legal pregnancy termination services will be cut off for millions of people. […]
It’s no secret that garden and lawn care chemicals can have negative effects on humans and animals. You may have heard about one of the biggest product liability claims in recent memory: the Monsanto Roundup herbicide lawsuit. As of May 2022, Monsanto has settled nearly 100K Roundup lawsuits – paying out around $11 billion. In […]
Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused when a person suffers a serious bump or blow to the head. They can happen in many situations, from sporting accidents to vehicle collisions. Unfortunately, the severity of concussions is often underestimated. This is largely because many people experience delayed concussion symptoms, leading them to […]
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