In the tapestry of the human brain, a traumatic brain injury can affect personality. When the brain sustains a blow, the repercussions are not confined to physical impairments alone. The interplay of neurons and synapses changes, resulting in alterations to one’s personality. Cognitive impacts The cognitive impacts of a traumatic brain injury form the cornerstone […]

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Experiencing an accident in your own home due to external factors, like a neighbor’s tree falling, can be a harrowing experience. Beyond the damage to your property, personal injuries add another layer of distress. If you find yourself seriously hurt after such an incident in California, you need to follow specific steps to protect yourself […]

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Pedestrians become particularly vulnerable around traffic, and the chances of a serious injury are especially high when a collision occurs. Aside from debilitating injuries, many pedestrians lose their lives after vehicles hit them. It is vital for drivers as well as pedestrians to go over statistics on pedestrian injuries and fatalities to recognize the scope […]

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Serious car crashes cause the deaths of people from all walks of life, but few do so with such regularity as rollover accidents. These crashes may occur after an initial impact with an object or another vehicle or because of a loss of driver control. Driving-tests.org reports that more than 6,000 vehicle occupants died as a result […]

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Facing life after an amputation can be overwhelming. Every aspect of life, from daily routines to broader life goals, may look different. However, it is important to remember that many people have successfully rebuilt their lives after an amputation and have gone on to lead fulfilling, active lives. The process of rebuilding after an amputation […]

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Crush injuries can occur in any place and to any person. Though they typically end up associated with construction and industrial work, they can happen to anyone who drives a car or works in an area with natural disasters. Even walking past a construction zone can cause injury. To that end, understanding the impacts of […]

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If you have good vision, you might take your ability to see clearly for granted. Still, as the saying goes, you may not truly miss something until it is gone. Indeed, if you have vision loss, you may struggle with virtually every aspect of your life, from performing your job duties to enjoying your hobbies. […]

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Whether you ride a motorcycle regularly or occasionally, it is important to understand the different risks that you face on the road. Every year, many motorcyclists sustain serious injuries and die in devastating crashes. These accidents happen for a myriad of reasons, from negligent drivers to poor weather conditions. Unfortunately, the chances of you suffering […]

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Due to the popularity of dogs in California and around the country, dog bites are alarmingly common. In fact, according to the American Veterinary Medicine Association, more than 800,000 Americans seek medical care for dog bites every single year. Interestingly, most of these bites come from familiar dogs. It is important to understand that not all bite-related […]

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When the body undergoes a shift in direction, especially from the impact between vehicles, it may jolt more than your nerves. While the skull protects the brain, in some instances, it can become the cause of injury. When the brain shifts back and forth or side to side, it hits the bone and may sustain […]

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