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Replace your child’s car seat after certain accidents
Your child is the most precious cargo you ever carry in your car, truck or SUV. To boost your young one’s chances of surviving an unexpected car accident, you should always strap him or her into an age-, height and weight-appropriate car or booster seat. Because...
Recall issued after cancer-causing agent identified in Metformin
When doctors prescribe drugs to treat health conditions, patients rely on them to recommend safe and effective medications. Many health care providers in Kentucky also rely on drug manufacturers to properly analyze and test their products to guarantee consumer...
Can a new technology prevent truck crashes?
If you drive on the highway in Kentucky a lot, you know the nervous feeling you get when a large tractor-trailer begins tailgating you. And if you drive one of these behemoths, you should know that according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in 2018,...
Deer season is dangerous for drivers
Many people look forward to autumn all year just for another chance to get out in the woods and go deer hunting. While deer season is an exciting time for many people, it can also be dangerous. The roads become more dangerous during this time of year, especially if...
Can you sue for wrongful pregnancy?
If you or your significant other underwent a tubal ligation or vasectomy and still conceived a baby regardless, you may wish to sue the surgeon who performed the procedure or the organization that employs him or her. The type of claim you would file is called a...
What happens if gestational diabetes remains undiagnosed?
Gestational diabetes is a common pregnancy complication that affects thousands of expectant mothers each year. If left undiagnosed and, therefore, untreated, it can result in serious health complications for both mother and baby. In some cases, women develop overt...
When does your child need a booster seat?
Car accidents that involve children can lead to devastating injuries, particularly if the child does not have the proper restraints. Over 90 percent of children aged four to eight suffered serious injuries in car accidents without a booster seat. Once a child ages out...
States turn to mass torts to address the opioid crisis
The opioid crisis in America has inspired state governments, law enforcement, medical practitioners and individuals to find creative solutions. The war on drugs has shown that punishing people suffering from substance abuse does not work. Punishing small-scale...
Newborn brachial plexus injuries may follow difficult deliveries
As expectant mothers approach their due dates, doctors regularly decide whether to proceed with a conventional birth or to recommend a cesarean section. If a woman is prone to a difficult delivery, her doctor may encourage the latter. During challenging childbirths,...
FDA issues warning about multiple brands of hand sanitizers
When you purchase a health and beauty product or over-the-counter medication, you assume that the product has been subject to quality control measures and careful testing. After all, you are about to entrust your health and safety to the company that produced that...
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