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Although driving is a routine activity, it can also be hazardous. Motor vehicle accidents can lead to injuries, trauma and even fatalities. Distracted driving can contribute to car accidents. Understanding the risks of distracted driving can help motorists stay safe...
Because Oregon’s teenage drivers lack the driving experience that older motorists have, they need to exercise extreme care every time they get behind the wheel. Part of the responsibility of driving involves learning how to avoid distractions. Research shows that teen passengers are a frequent source of distraction for young drivers. According to AAA Newsroom, teen drivers find themselves involved…
First invented and designed in 1968, child car seats have evolved over several decades. What was once acceptable is now looked upon as dangerous. Cutting-edge technology has played a role in making seats with the highest quality standards. Yet, a simple,...
If you have a teenager who is getting ready to get his or her license, you may feel excited and anxious about this leap in independence. While you want to give your teenager the freedom to drive, you may also have concerns about your child’s safety. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teenagers between the ages of…
When you hear of truck accidents in Oregon you probably think of factors like distraction or fatigue as being the cause. While these are common causes, poorly loaded cargo can also present a significant accident risk. Improper loading techniques, lackluster securing procedures and driving too fast for the weight of your load can all cause cargo to shift. When this…
Employees who toil in warehouses are essential. Without them, products of all kinds would never reach consumers. Individuals earning paychecks in distribution centers deserve the respect of everyone. The reason for this is that their jobs present particular danger. While not every incident is debilitating, many are life-altering, even deadly. Awareness of the potential for personal injury is vital for…
When a product malfunctions or otherwise becomes dangerous, the company will usually issue a recall notice. While these stories often make news headlines, what happens if you do not pay attention to the news? How can you learn about recalls? According to the United State Department of Transportation, you should check for recalls on government sites at least two times…
Head injuries can and do manifest differently in every person that experiences them. However, due to the similar structures and functions of the brain in every person, injuries to certain areas of the head or brain tend to have similar manifestations. This includes damage to the frontal lobe. What sort of areas does this part of the brain control? How…
Getting into a car crash can result in a plethora of unpleasant injuries. Though some injuries get a lot of press and attention such as spinal cord and head trauma, other injuries do not often get spoken of. This includes crush injuries, which are almost always notably severe. But what exactly are they? Severity of crush injuries Up To Date…
Traumatic brain injuries happen when the head takes a significant amount of damage, usually causing the brain to hit the inside of the skull. These injuries – known as TBIs – can have a severe impact on a victim’s overall health and wellness. Changes in personality and pain Medline Plus discusses the impact of trauma on the brain. Traumatic brain…