Wisdom tooth removal is a notorious procedure that causes pain and swelling. Some people see it as a rite of passage, but is it really necessary to remove these teeth? The Mayo Clinic explains that for most people wisdom tooth removal will help avoid problems in the...
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Year: 2021
How can Erb’s palsy affect your newborn?
Erb’s palsy is a serious condition that affects one or both of your baby’s arms and shoulders. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons explains that this birth injury while occurring in only about 0.02% of US births, happens when your baby’s neck becomes...
How do helmets protect your skull?
Motorcycles often have more risk of danger than almost any other type of motor vehicle, which motorcyclists have a strong awareness of. Of course, you can take steps to mitigate some of the dangers you potentially face, such as wearing protective gear. Helmets serve...
SUVs are more of a danger to pedestrians than cars
Life in California has many perks, and one of them is the favorable weather that makes it easy for residents to move about on foot. Yet, pedestrian deaths are rising across California and the nation, and the growing popularity of sport utility vehicles is contributing...
How do doctors diagnose whiplash?
After an automobile accident, victims must inventory their injuries. Even minor accidents may cause whiplash, and accident victims must know how the injury looks. Mayo Clinic explains how medical professionals diagnose whiplash. Personal injury victims must understand...
What mistakes lead to prescription errors?
Prescription errors occur all the time despite various measures to prevent them. Some actions during the process from prescribing to the medication ending up in your hand can lead to mistakes. An error could mean you end up with the wrong medication or wrong...
What are the requirements to file for wrongful death?
Wrongful death occurs when one person causes the death of another person through negligent actions. If you lose a close relative, you may be able to file such a claim in court. However, FindLaw explains that you will need to ensure your case meets the general...
Roadways see an uptick in deaths and injuries
Recent years saw improvements in the numbers of deaths and injuries on U.S. and California roads. A variety of measures such as safety programs and campaigns and enhanced vehicle design led to a downward trend in accidents over the past decade. Since 2020, though,...
What should you do after an auto accident?
You may consider yourself a safe driver, but you never know when another driver may hit you. No matter if you suffer major or minor damage, would you know how to react after a car accident? AARP offers steps to take after motor vehicle accidents. Refresh your memory...
A patient may file a lawsuit over a poorly performed root canal
Dentists across the U.S. perform at least 15 million root canals on damaged teeth each year, according to the American Association of Endodontists. A dentist's error, however, may result in an infection. It may also take months or years to discover that a dentist's...