Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Resources
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is severe damage caused to the brain that can result from any head injury. Head injuries that can result in TBI not only occur from blows to the head, but can also occur from violent jolting of the head, such as whiplash. Damage to the brain can affect a person’s psychological [...]
Mesothelioma or Asbestos Cancer Information
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Sick Building Syndrome
Sick building syndrome is the term used to describe the prevalence of acute health effects in people who spend a prolonged amount of time in a particular building. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, common symptoms of sick building syndrome include:
Toxic Mold
Common Questions about Toxic Mold What is mold? Molds are fungi that are present both indoors and outdoors. They reproduce by releasing tiny spores into the air which can grow on just about any organic substance. Mold spores enter homes and buildings through open windows and doors and even through people and pets to whom [...]
Dog Bites
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 4.5 million Americans are bitten by a dog every year. Of those people, approximately 20 percent of them require medical attention for injuries from the dog attack. Pit bulls, rottweilers and wolf hybrids are the most common breeds of dog to attack humans.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries are serious injuries that can result in complete or partial paralysis. These injuries occur when the spinal cord sustains trauma in which it is damaged or torn. Since the spinal cord is the conduit that carries messages to and from the brain, spinal cord damages can either hinder or completely prevent nerve [...]
Birth Injuries
Birth injuries can range from minor to catastrophic. They can be the result of the natural birth process or the error of a medical practitioner. Regardless of the reason, birth injuries are devastating to families awaiting the arrival of a new member. When a doctor or medical practitioner could have prevented an injury that your [...]
Burn Injuries
Burn injuries are often catastrophic injuries that scar a person deeply—physically and emotionally. Burns can be caused by excessive heat, exposure to the sun, electricity and chemicals. Regardless of how a burn is caused, victims often have serious obstacles to overcome after their injury. Hospitalization is often required for serious burns.
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