People like to see forward progress on public safety trends, particularly when it comes to their well-being on the roadways. After all, with advances in safety technology such as anti-lock brocks, lane assist and other innovations, one might expect lower numbers of...
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What are pressure ulcers?
When most people think of nursing home abuse or neglect, the image is often dramatized. Not all forms of abuse or neglect will show up in bruising, starvation or an obviously miserable loved one. Some signs are much more subtle. Pressure ulcers may serve as one of...
Washington work zone wrecks injure more than 725 each year
Work zones are a necessary part of life in Washington, and this is going to continue as long as communities grow and more motorists take to the state’s already-busy roadways. Yet, work zones are also often more than just an annoyance. They are also frequent sites for...
Why may dehydration signal nursing home neglect?
Many nursing homes in Washington and across the country provide top-notch care for residents. Regrettably, countless others fail to meet even the basic needs of those who are in the final stages of life. If you worry about the care your elderly relative is receiving,...
Two accidents result from very different causes
Serious motor vehicle accidents happen nearly every day on Washington roads. The reasons range from unusual accidents related to weather conditions to accidents caused by the negligence and improper actions of humans. A look at two recent accidents reveals some of the...
What serious complications can a broken rib pose?
Unfortunately, you can break one or more ribs in a car crash. As the Mayo Clinic explains, while broken ribs cause you a lot of pain, most often they heal on their own within one or two months. However, the jagged edges of a broken rib can lead to serious...
A mild rear-end collision and why you should visit your doctor
If you are the victim of a rear-end collision, you may wish to seek medical attention even if you think you have no injuries. Findings from a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration study indicate that rear-end collisions account for nearly 29% of all U.S....
How do pressure sores progress?
According to WebMD, pressure sores result from a lack of blood flow to the skin, which usually occurs when a person is bedridden or confined to a wheelchair. Also known as bedsores, this medical condition can cause minor effects if immediate medical treatment is...
Ensuring your loved one has the best caregivers
Nursing home abuse and neglect are huge problems across the country and here in Washington state. Many people are rightfully worried about the quality of care that their loved ones receive in both assisted living facilities and with hired at-home caregivers....
3 reasons to worry about a seat belt bruise
Wearing your seat belt every time you drive or ride in a motor vehicle is one of the more effective ways to cheat death in a collision. In fact, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, increased seat belt usage contributed to a nearly...