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New Laser Treatment Approach May Ease the Pain for Burn Victims

04.28.2016

Severe burns—those that go beyond at-home treatment and require the help of a physician to heal—can leave victims with life-long scars and pain. This, on top of the risk for recurrent infections, potential loss of certain physical abilities or mobility, scarring, and disfigurement can be a hefty weight to carry and often adds emotional scars […]

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Bill Takes Aim at Distracted Driving

04.26.2016

Statistics from the U.S. government's official website for distracted driving report that a total of 3, 179 people were killed by distracted driving in 2014, and another 431, 000 were injured. Even more concerning is that, despite all the warnings and campaigns, an estimated 660, 000 Americans use their cellphones or otherwise manipulate an electronic […]

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Survey Shows Many Americans Do Not Understand How Auto Insurance Works

04.21.2016

Although most states legally require that drivers carry automobile insurance, a recent survey indicates that most do not understand how their policy works. This is especially true with regard to how cost is determined and what an insurance policy will (and will not) cover. Unfortunately, this can cause a great deal of confusion after an […]

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Child Safety Seats Save Lives and Prevent Serious Injury

04.19.2016

Most parents will do anything to protect their children—parents require children to use of bicycle helmets, demand their hands be held when crossing the street, and expect a phone call once their children have reached their destination. However, there is one form of protection that an alarming number of parents get wrong: safety seats. Sadly, […]

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How a Spinal Injury Registry Could Help Newly Injured Patients

04.08.2016

Spinal injuries are often the most devastating because they are capable of causing partial or complete paralysis and, depending on the location and severity, may require specialized lifetime treatment. Unfortunately, the data available to treat patients can be hard to come by for doctors. This can limit the understanding and even the potential outcomes. Advocates […]

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Could Simulators Help Keep Teens Safe on the Road?

04.05.2016

While anyone can be guilty of drunk or distracted driving, teens are especially at risk. This is due, in part, to their lack of driving experience. However, it could also be because they are unable to truly understand the risks until it is already too late. Could a simulation tool be the answer to helping […]

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