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Study Reveals the Most Common Accident-Causing Distractions

07.14.2016

The use of cellphones while driving often dominate the distracted driving conversations, but according to a recent study, it is not the most dangerous behind the wheel activity. In fact, cell phone use behind the wheel, while still dangerous, only came in second place in the statistical analysis of the most common accident-causing distractions. The […]

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Study: Concussion Rates in Children May Be Significantly Underreported

06.23.2016

Like adults, children can suffer a concussion after any major blow or sudden acceleration or deceleration of the head experienced during an automobile accident, fall, or sports injury. However,  the signs and symptoms may be harder to detect for parents, which can leave children at risk for long-term complications. Furthermore, a recent study indicates that […]

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Knowing How to Recognize Early Signs of TBI Key to Effective Treatment

06.16.2016

Each year, an estimated 1.7 million Americans experience a concussion. These injuries, otherwise known as traumatic brain injuries (TBI), are usually caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head and range in severity from “mild” to “severe.” Lasting effects may include memory problems, mood swings, vision problems, and more. Moreover, these effects can […]

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Bicyclists and Pedestrians Especially Vulnerable in Drunk Driving Accidents

06.14.2016

Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicate that approximately 31 percent of all traffic-related deaths are caused by drivers under the influence of alcohol. In total, this amounts to nearly 10, 000 deaths each and every year. Pedestrians and bicyclists, who are largely unprotected during a vehicular impact, are often the […]

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