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Women used to approach the birth of a child with fear for good reason—lack of medical knowledge and treatment options frequently led to injuries or death during childbirth. Today, modern medicine makes most birth injuries avoidable. But they still happen due to medical negligence. Both mothers and their children suffer […]

For residents and snowbirds alike, the formula is simple: water = fun. Florida boasts miles of beaches on three sides of the state. According to VisitFlorida, preliminary figures show that in 2020, Florida received approximately 79.8 million visitors, not including residents. This was a 39.3% increase from 2019, attributable to the […]

No doubt about it: Being out on the water is fun. But also make no mistake: It can be dangerous, especially for kids. According to a 2020 Boating Accident Statistical Report, in 2020, 402 boating accidents involved collisions and 44% of those were due to the operator’s inattention or failure […]

While bicycle riders can take steps to reduce their risk on the road, they cannot avoid the dangers of riding in close proximity to motor vehicles entirely. Drivers share responsibility for avoiding collisions with cyclists and bike riders as well; and, when they make bad decisions or dangerous mistakes, they […]

A Car Accident Can Be Overwhelming. Here’s What to Know Immediately following a car accident, adrenaline will likely be surging through your body, and emotions will be running high. You need to remain calm and keep your wits about you. Do not get aggressive with the other driver – not […]

Whether you refer to it as a hot tub, spa, or a brand name such as Jacuzzi, a vat of circulating heated water can be soothing to aching muscles. Unfortunately, these bodies of chlorinated water can also be extremely dangerous, particularly to children. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) […]