Most people experience wounds during car accidents. These injuries may be no greater than a few cuts and bruises. But, in a serious accident, a driver may suffer from traumatic head wounds. While every accident is unique, many injuries are similar. Here’s what you...
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Were veterans exposed to cancer-causing toxins while working at military silos?
A recent piece by the Associated Press claims to have found military briefing slides that show a connection between work at military silos in Montana and an increased risk of blood cancer. Who was at increased risk? This report focused on missileers assigned to the...
How did a barge carrying methanol break loose in the Ohio River?
Barges come in handy when hauling bulky or heavy items that would be difficult to transport with other vessels along inland waterways. This mode of transport is safe, but, at times, it can experience difficulties. On March 28, 2023, 10 barges broke loose from a...
Why was toxic soil taken to Michigan and is it safe?
National news has provided coverage on the Ohio train derailment. The crash led to a massive explosion, a dark black cloud that hovered over the community, and toxins that seeped into surrounding water and soil. Norfolk Southern, the train company responsible for the...
Chemical spill affects Philadelphia drinking water
Many people outside the U.S. would assume that all Americans have access to drinkable water straight from the faucet. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for thousands of families across the country due to industrial pollution of our waters. A few weeks ago, residents...
Truck crashes, spills contaminated soil on Ohio highway: Could I get sick?
Officials continue to work to remove contamination from the site of the catastrophic train derailment in Ohio earlier this year. It is important that we continue to stay focused on this issue as the impact will likely affect people in the community for decades. Truck...
Medical malpractice is a leading cause of death in the U.S.
Many people are nervous when they go in for surgery or another major procedure. They know that medical mistakes occur. Often, these fall into the realm of medical malpractice because doctors are negligent when they make these errors. Reports show that people do have a...
Potential signs that your parent has been exposed to asbestos
A significant percentage of people who worked before 1977 were exposed to asbestos. This is because before then, major regulations had not been employed. Thus, asbestos was used in paint, fire-proofing and insulation. Asbestos can take years to show its effects after...
Contaminated water is headed to Texas: Am I in danger?
It seems the more we learn about the catastrophic train derailment in Ohio, the more questions we have. One of the most recent developments is the fact that officials are removing contaminated water from the derailment site and sending it to other locations throughout...
Possession with intent to distribute: What do you need to know?
If you’re convicted in Ohio for being in possession of drugs with the intent to distribute, it’s likely going to come with some serious penalties. This may include time spent in jail and hefty fines. It’s an offense that’s treated seriously because of the potential...