If you must put a loved one in a nursing home, then you need to be sure it will be a safe place. Get advice on how to choose a nursing home. Having to put a loved one in a nursing home is often an unavoidable task. Nursing homes can provide 24/7 care with medical...
Black lung cases are more common in Virginia now than they have ever been, but why is this happening now? Black lung is a disease that affects miners who have inhaled toxic dust while working in poorly ventilated tunnels in Virginia. In the earlier days of coal...
Many motorists know that there are seasonal safety concerns that arise as the year unfolds. However, they may focus their safety efforts on the winter rather than on the summer. Too many drivers ignore the seasonal hazards of the summer, only to end up involved in...
People living near industrial facilities in West Virginia are constantly being exposed to toxic chemicals, and they have a right to know about these chemicals. West Virginia is home to many industrial operations where hazardous chemical byproducts must be regularly...
The alarming rise in motorcycle fatalities demands attention. In 2023, 6,335 motorcyclists lost their lives on American roads, which is the highest number since 1975, accounting for 15% of all traffic deaths in the United States. Whether you ride a motorcycle or drive...
Understanding the multiple forms of traumatic brain injuries, how these injuries may be assessed and what treatment or rehabilitation options may exist is important for the relatives or supporters of a person who has experienced a TBI. Head injuries occur in a variety...
A nursing facility can be held accountable if a resident is injured due to neglect. The pandemic is responsible for the death of an estimated 90,000 residents within nursing home facilities. Unfortunately, it appears that the pandemic is only part of the problem....
Patients injured during medical care can get help with their bills. West Virginia state law entitles patients to quality care whenever they step into a hospital, clinic, or other form of healthcare facility. But what happens if something goes wrong? Afterall,...
Cars today come with amazing technology. Automatic features can help make driving easier and safer. But remember, these systems are assistants, not replacements for you. It's important to know how these features work, what they can do and – most importantly – what...
Dashcams are becoming more common in cars worldwide. They started out popular with police and professional drivers, but now many people use them in their personal vehicles. Dashcams can record clear videos of what happens on the road, which makes them especially...