A man in Orlando, a veteran with the Marine Corps, was partially paralyzed in a car accident when he was ejected from his vehicle. His injuries left him unable to use his left side properly.To help with his recovery, he had a special bicycle made with two wheels on...
These tips can keep you and your kids safe by the pool
Pool-related injuries are common during the summer in Florida. With the high temperatures and easy access to pools -- at home, at the neighbors, at the park, etc -- it seems like many people spend most of the summer months searching for a way to cool off.This...
Why do dogs react so aggressively when someone comes to the door?
As you have probably noticed on more than one occasion, some dogs react aggressively when a stranger (at least a stranger to them) shows up at the door. Maybe it happens when they ring the doorbell or knock, or perhaps the dog barks and runs around as soon as they...
Young woman hit by drunk driver, paralyzed from the neck down
A young woman in Florida always wanted to work as a cast member at Disney World. She finally got her dream when she landed an internship.Just a month later, though, that dream ended when she was hit by a drunk driver. Reports claim that she was in a car with a friend,...
Where does Florida rank for drunk driving?
When you read drunk driving statistics, you often see national statistics and trends. While these can be very telling when you're just trying to get the big picture overall, they don't necessarily tell you what types of risks you face. Does the number of drunk drivers...
Can an epidural have a negative impact?
If you're in labor, an epidural may feel like a miracle. It can drastically reduce the pain of your contractions and may even allow you to get some sleep at a time when your body really needs it. Modern medicine has certainly come a long way over the years.But are...
The top reasons for car accidents
In theory, car accidents should never happen. It sounds unbelievable, considering the fact that tens of thousands of people die in accidents every year and many more get injured, but it's true. If everyone followed the rules of the road and everything else -- cars,...
Deadly crashes close I-75 in Florida every 9 days
Interstate 75 is one of the largest and most widely used roads in Florida. It's also one of the most dangerous, leading to a rash of deadly accidents.Per recent reports, the interstate gets shut down because of devastating accidents every nine days. That makes these...
Adrenaline may hide your injuries
Adrenaline is supposed to save your life. It makes you perform better, physically speaking. It gives you energy and endurance. It's part of your fight or flight ability. If you are threatened, adrenaline helps you run from the threat or fight it off.This can be...
Safety of Claire’s cosmetics called into question again
Many people wouldn't expect to find asbestos in cosmetics. However, it has been found in makeup products sold by the retailer Claire's. The reports of asbestos were first made public in 2017. The retailer, which is a go-to destination for jewelry and cosmetics for...