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  • Bus/Transit Safety under Microscope as Accident-Induced Injuries Increase
    Each year, thousands of Americans are involved in a bus or public transit collision or crash. It can be diffult to know what to do after such an accident occurs but several national government entities are working on new technology to decrease traffic accidents with buses and public transit.
  • Foods Said to Increase Survival Rate among Those Exposed to Asbestos
    Mesothelioma cancer is a deadly condition that, as of now, is incurable. However, researchers who recently discovered a forgotten study on the certain types of foods and how to decrease the risk of mesothelioma cancer by consuming these types of foods.
  • War Veterans and Traumatic Brain Injury
    U.S. soldiers who have fought for their country and return home with disabilities because of a brain injury should be provided for in the best possible way. However, with so many soldiers returning from the war in Iraq with a brain injury, the war's signature injury, it becomes difficult to track and treat these men and women.
  • Battling Liver Disease Dangers and Side Effects
    Liver disease is a severe and deadly condition that affect more than just the liver, but can cause an individual to suffer in other ways. Knowing how to recognize the signs of liver disease is very important especially as when there are more ways than one to contract the condition.
  • Asbestos Taints Children's Toys
    A rash of asbestos-contaminated toys have recently reached U.S. shelves and many have been put at risk for potential exposure to the dangerous mineral that can cause an incurable form of lung cancer known as mesothelioma.
  • The Risks of Hip Surgery Components
    Undergoing a hip replacement surgery can be a daunting and uncomfortable process; but knowing the outcome will be cause for improvement helps patients get through the risky surgery. However, when components fail and another surgery is necessary it becomes difficult to prepare a patient.
  • Issues Surrounding Truck Accidents and Injuries
    Truck accidents are quickly becoming the most frequent, costly and fatal automobile accidents that can occur in the United States. It is best to know the facts surrounding truck accidents and injuries in order to be prepared in case the unfortunate may occur.
  • Fluoroquinolones Receive Black Box Label By FDA
    The fluroquinolones drug family are antibiotics that treat an array of bacterial infections depending on what type of drug (Cipro, Levaquin, etc.). However, all the drugs of this class have been associated recently with a serious and irreversible risk of tendon rupture among patients, thus resulting in a black box labeling by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
  • Scooters and Motorcycles Popularity and Wrecks Increase
    With gas prices at an all-time high in America, millions are looking at saving money at the pumps. Investing in environmentally-friendly vehicles has become a popular option. Additionally, scooters and motorcycles have become extremely popular as well, however, as these vehicles rise in popularity, so do accidents due to many factors such as inexperienced drivers.
  • Tractor Trailer Truck Accidents Increasing
    Tractor trailer truck accidents are among the deadliest automobile accidents in the country. Not only are tractor trailer truck accidents often associated with fatalities, but the cost of these automobile wrecks is much higher than a regular vehicle accident.
  • Study Uncovers Mesothelioma Link to Nanotechnology
    Mesothelioma has long since been linked to the exposure of asbestos fibers and dust being inhaled into the lungs. However, a recent discovery has linked carbon nanotubes to the development of mesothelioma as well, although scientists and researchers are still struggling to convince nanotechnology produces of these potential dangers.
  • Trasylol: Spotty History of a Blood Clotting Agent
    Trasylol aprotinin is a blood thinning agent that is used during major surgical procedures to avoid extensive clotting among patients, which can be deadly. However, studies have surfaced in the past few years linking the use of the blood thinner to serious conditions including kidney/renal failure, heart attack and stroke.
  • Reports Surface Detailing Levaquin Risks
    Levaquin is an anti-bacterial medication used on an array of bacterial infections from pneumonia to chlamydia. Reports have surfaced regarding the severe side effects associated with taking the drug including tendon rupture that may cause surgery to fix.
  • Asbestos Legislation Reaches U.S. Congress
    Mesothelioma cancer is caused by the inhalation of asbestos. Currently, the United States imports unregulated products that may put Americans at risk for asbestos exposure. However, legislation that was recently introduced to the U.S. Congress aims to dissolve any further risks for asbestos exposure.
  • Wearable Technology Helps Victims of Brain Injury, Stroke
    Millions of Americans are affected each year by a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Often these victims are left with serious and debilitating injuries including paralysis of limbs. However, new technology is emerging that may provide a new lease on life for individuals suffering from TBI.
  • Fen-Phen and Redux -- Withdrawn From Market
    Fen-Phen and Redux, were both once highly sought after weight-loss drugs, even being prescribed by some physicians in the early 1990s. However, the use of the weight loss drugs became banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after reports surfaced linking the drugs to severe heart problems among patients.
  • The Dangers of Prescription Pain Killers - Oxycontin
    Oxycontin is a strongly dosed pain reliever originally prescribed to individuals suffering from cancer or other severe conditions, however, the pain reliever has been associated with an array of serious side effects that may cause harm to a patient rather than provide them with relief.
  • Levaquin Approved for Children Despite the Potential Link to Severe Tendon Ruptures Among Patients
    Levaquin, an antibiotic, used to treat bacterial infections has been linked to a number of studies suggesting the prescription drug's side effects may be severe. One of the alleged side effects includes tendon rupture, that some have said may cause permanent damgage or require surgery to repair.
  • Liability Can Be Unclear In Bus Accidents
    While public transportation can be considered a more cost-efficient and safe mode of transportation as gas prices continue to rise, a study recently discovered that an alarming number of bus accidents occur. Additionally, buses are involved in a number of pedestrian and bus collisions.
  • Objective Testing of Sports Injuries and Informed Consent
    In America, sports are considered more than just entertainment. From baseball to hockey, American fans reveal in the activities of everything sports, including fights. However, often times, fights lead to serious injuries and the methods as well as consent for which injuries are tested remains controversial in the sports community.
  • Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Research and Methods Increase
    Each year, millions of Americans are tragically affected by a mild to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI is one of the most overlooked injury and individuals suffering from TBI go untreated, while suffering severe consequences. However, as treatment options grow, more individuals can be helped to overcome the adverse complications associated with TBI.
  • Scientists Research Potential Treatment of Mesothelioma Cells
    Mesothelioma is a deadly form of lung cancer that has severe side effects which can be painful for a victim. While no known treatment can cure mesothelioma, scientists recently discovered a potential method for decreasing cancerous mesothelioma cell growth.
  • The Dangers of Defective Seat Belts
    While it is estimated that nearly 15,000 lives are saved each year because of seat belts during automobile accidents, it is also estimated that nearly 10,000 deaths are the result of defective seat belts in car wrecks. The national campaign to get individuals to use their seat belts becomes more difficult when defective seat belts become the cause of an automobile driver's death.
  • Airbag Failures Prompt Auto Makers to Issue Recalls
    Airbags have been involved in saving millions of lives since their initial inception in the mid-20th century. However, airbags have also been responsible for thousands of other deaths, whether because of inflation at wrong times or inability to function properly. Defective airbags have become more frequent in our society and thus airbag recalls are on the rise.
  • Demographics Reveal The Truth About Traumatic Brain Injury
    Scientists continually strive do uncover research related to if certain individuals are more susceptible to traumatic brain injury (TBI) compared to others. Looking at age and gender, researchers are attempting to pinpoint TBI causes in order to provide preventable measures to potential victims.
  • Retirement Plan Losses May Be Able To Be Recovered
    Planning for the future and especially for retirement can be a daunting task in and of itself. However, individuals often seek the help of investors who specialize in pension plans and knowing the law can often be a saving grace for many. That is until recently, as the rash of unethical practices of stockbrockers, investors and corporations has reached an all-time high.
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