Advances in modern medicine have improved the prognosis for those with burn injuries. Not that long ago, severe burns covering a significant portion of someone's body were likely to prove fatal. However, improved interventions and medical support now mean that more...
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Year: 2024
The risks associated with burn injuries
The human body can be pretty remarkable, and its restorative powers are impressive – but burn injuries are in a category of their own. Beyond the initial trauma, burn injuries can lead to a cascade of complications that require specialized care and management –...
Should older riders take a motorcycle refresher course?
Motorcycles have long been associated with the reckless abandon of youth – but that’s changing. As the population of the United States begins to age, motorcyclists are also getting older. In 1990, only about one in 10 motorcyclists was over 50 years of age. By 2003,...
Tips to help you drive safely in the rain
Southern Louisiana is known for good cuisine and good times, but it’s also known for downpours. As such, drivers in the Houma area may often find themselves out while it’s raining. Unfortunately, rain is a primary safety hazard. If you’re heading out and there’s a...
The unique challenges posed by truck accident claims
Picture a massive truck laden with cargo colliding with a smaller car. The sheer size and weight of commercial vehicles often make the aftermath of truck-car accidents far more devastating than “regular” car crashes, as victims often end up with life-altering...
Can rib fractures be serious?
Rib fractures are a common type of injury suffered in both car accidents and motorcycle crashes. However, motorcyclists are especially exposed because they do not have the protection of an outer metal shell. While rib fractures are notoriously painful, in many cases,...
There are several different types of comas
Head injuries are among the most severe type of injuries someone can suffer during a car accident. Brain trauma has the potential to be life-changing and even fatal in some cases. One common term associated with head injuries is comas. Comas are often thought of as a...
Could a car accident give you PTSD?
If you have been in a car accident, it’s important to consider the mental and emotional impact that this can have on you. It can sometimes lead to long-term disorders that may impact your ability to make a living or that may require treatment from therapists or...
5 tips to help motorcyclists stay safe
If you ride a motorcycle, you are likely aware of some of the risks that you face. Drivers can make mistakes that lead to severe injuries, and you face a greater risk than they do because a motorcycle offers relatively little protection. Fortunately, there are some...
Why car accidents are more likely at a young age
Some statistics indicate that it is more likely for drivers to get into serious car accidents when they are young. For example, you can track the fatal accident statistics to see how they play out across various age groups. Drivers who are in their teens are...