Melanoma, along with basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, is one of the three most common types of cancer. The least common of the three, melanoma accounts for around 1% of all skin cancer diagnoses in the United States yearly. It is also the fastest spreading, most aggressive and most fatal type of skin cancer. According […]

Research from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has found that SUVs and other large vehicles, such as pickup trucks and vans, pose the largest threat to pedestrians, particularly when making turns. According to the study, with a higher profile, the drivers of these vehicles may not be afforded as clear a view of pedestrians as

The pharmaceutical Elmiron came onto the market in 1996 to treat interstitial cystitis (IC), a urinary tract ailment that causes pain in the abdomen, pelvic, and genital regions. But the drug has been linked to vision problems that can become severe. Specifically, Elmiron, known scientifically as pentosan polysulfate sodium, has been associated with maculopathy, also

Summer is fast approaching and, along with it, longer hours of sunshine, more opportunities for celebration, and increased drug and alcohol use will all contribute to a rise in accidents involving intoxicated drivers. While DUI arrests are most common between the Thanksgiving Holiday and New Year’s Day – with New Year’s Day seeing the most

Every year in the United States, tens of thousands of cyclists are injured and hundreds more are killed in bicycle accidents involving motor vehicles. May is Bicycle Safety Month, an effort from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to remind drivers and cyclists to put safety first. It’s also a great time for cyclists to consider the

Workplace injury is possible in every industry. However, some occupations are much more likely to experience serious and fatal injuries during the routine course of business. When you are injured on the job, it is important to explore all of your options and to make sure you are not waiving your rights by accepting an offer

 There are six levels of burn injury: First-Degree. Relatively minor pain, skin redness, and peeling skin are common with first-degree burns. These are superficial injuries and can be dressed and cared for without medical assistance Second-Degree. Damaging both the top (dermis) and the second layer (epidermis) of the skin, second-degree burns may come with pain, swelling,

Onboard electronics such as voice-activated systems and other hands-free devices promise a safer driving experience. The idea is that if a drivers’ hands remain on the wheel and their eyes on the road, they’re not really distracted. This should, theoretically, reduce the risks posed by hand-held cellphones and similar distractions that are known causes of

When you are injured in an accident caused by a vehicle defect, you may be entitled to take legal action against the manufacturer. Automobile manufacturers have a duty to craft and assemble vehicles with the highest safety standards in mind. When they fail to do so and injury follows, it is a good idea to

A delayed or missed medical diagnosis can have a profound impact on the health and even mortality of a patient. When a disease or disorder is misdiagnosed or missed and serious harm follows, victims may be entitled to seek compensation through legal action. Cancer Misdiagnosis Cancer is a commonly misdiagnosed medical condition. Among those types