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Service animals have become a common sight in most cities and in many smaller towns across the United States. These animals, usually dogs, are specially trained to assist persons with disabilities in navigating the world around them. These canines were originally used as “guide dogs” to help individuals with visual

Shopping carts are significantly more dangerous than many parents realize. When the child’s legs are properly placed and the seatbelt is secured, most people assume that their little one is safe. Sadly, this is not always the case. Seatbelts can malfunction or the belt itself can fray, allowing the child

MRSA (or Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus) has been a plague on the medical establishment for the last decade. Staph infections have always been common, but with the advent of antibiotics, few people died or were seriously harmed by these bacteria for nearly 80 years. But as the bacteria mutated and

Prostate cancer remains one of the most common forms of the deadly disease, with over 150,000 cases each year just in the United States. Prostate cancer is treatable if caught early enough, through a combination of medications, hormone therapy, or in extreme cases a prostatectomy. So long as cancer does

A 14-year old was killed in Jefferson County, Wisconsin on February 10th, 2018 while snowmobiling with friends. The boy and others were following a trail when he misjudged a corner and careened off the road, striking a chain-link fence. By the time medical professionals arrived, it was too late to

It has been nearly a year since actor Bill Paxton passed away on February 25th, 2017 due to complications from heart surgery. Millions mourned a man who left an indelible mark on the motion picture industry, recognizing that all medical procedures carry risk, and assuming that due to his fame

In most jurisdictions, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) receive hours of training to ensure the highest quality of care is provided to those involved in an accident or other emergent health situation. Cities strive to ensure enough personnel is available at a moment’s notice to improve opportunities for good outcomes for

Legislators in Florida are seeking to pass “Ellie’s Law,” an initiative that would require licensing and mandate training classes for operators of airboats. Though many types of marine vehicles already require drivers to be properly trained before transporting tourists, a loophole in existing laws failed to extend those requirements to

Ride sharing apps such as Uber and Lyft are popular choices for people looking to get home after a late night out, particularly after a few drinks have been enjoyed. This is a responsible thing to do, recognizing that it is not safe to drive after drinking and hiring someone

It is easy to take for granted that something that works once will keep working. This is particularly true of heating and cooling systems and appliances, where so long as the temperature stays comfortable and the stove keeps cooking, we assume that everything is just fine. But major problems can