Archive for February, 2023
Feb 28, 2023

Medical researchers are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible. There are more therapies available for cancer than ever before, and advances in neurological science and prosthetics can help people recovering from an amputation or a spinal cord injury maintain more function than would have been possible years ago. Brain injuries, however, have long […]

Feb 28, 2023

The North Carolina workers’ compensation insurance program will cover the cost of necessary medical care when a worker gets hurt on the job. Unlike private health insurance, workers’ compensation coverage will cover the costs without any patient responsibilities, like co-pays and prescription fees.  Generally, workers should not have to pay anything for the treatment of […]

Feb 27, 2023

Intersections are one of the most dangerous spots on any road. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has determined that “More than 50 percent of the combined total of fatal and injury crashes occur at or near intersections.” Speeding and reckless driving vastly increase the risk of a crash wherever motorists engage in these behaviors. When […]

Feb 24, 2023

If you get hurt on the job, one of the first steps you’ll typically need to take is to report the issue to your employer. Proper reporting is crucial so that your employer can notify any safety organizations about the issue and make sure the company maintains any records it needs, such as security camera […]

Feb 23, 2023

People often wonder what the most dangerous occupation is, perhaps out of pure curiosity or maybe because they want to avoid going into that line of work. Perhaps they’re trying to discover what the safest occupation is so that they can take steps to work in that career. What you’ll find is that it really […]

Feb 23, 2023

Many crashes occur because one person does not see another or they do not see them in time to avoid them. Despite this reality, most people assume that others can and will see them as they travel. There are several factors that increase the risk that a motorist or large commercial vehicle operator will fail […]

Feb 21, 2023

Workers’ compensation exists to compensate employees injured in the line of duty. If you have been involved in a workplace accident that requires medical attention and possible time off work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. However, the process is not so straightforward, and you can make missteps that could hurt your chances […]

Feb 21, 2023

While at work, you are expected to travel often. You go to different field sites and travel to your customers. It’s a normal part of your job to be behind the wheel, but being on the road so much does put you at a higher risk of being in an auto collision. That’s why it […]

Feb 13, 2023

The force of a car crash could lead to many different kinds of severe injuries. If you compare it to a brain or spinal cord injury, a broken bone may not seem like a very serious medical issue. People can still work with broken bones and often recover fully with the right medical care. However, […]