The challenges people face related to gift-giving are often logistical. Individuals need to know what someone else enjoys to select a good gift. They may also need to budget months ahead of time to afford holiday gifts for everyone on their list. People are less...
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Why careless low-speed vehicle drivers can be dangerous
If you live in a retirement community, you may find that a lot of your neighbors use low-speed vehicles (LSV) to get around. While you used to see these primarily on golf courses and large resorts, they seem to be popping up in more places – including camping and...
Retirement vehicles and the potential dangers to seniors
Today, seniors (those over the age of 65) are driving fewer miles and therefore being involved in fewer accidents. Even though this is the case, when they are involved in an accident, the injuries they sustain are often more serious. There are a few reasons for this....
How a crash can damage your hearing
If you’ve been involved in a vehicle crash, you may be dealing with a variety of injuries from broken bones to serious cuts to head injuries and more. Most people don’t associate hearing loss with crashes. However, it does occur. While most hearing loss after a crash...
Older adults have more risk for a slip-and-fall incident
Anyone can lose their balance and fall, but older adults are at greater risk than younger people. As you get older, the possibility of falling and getting hurt is higher. So are the risks of suffering significant medical consequences. Businesses should do their best...
Here’s what you should know about bedsores
Also known as pressure ulcers, bedsores are wounds that develop when skin and tissues have prolonged pressure placed on them. They’re most common in areas of the body where bony pressure might exist, such as the elbows or knees, but they can occur anywhere pressure...
Can you pick your doctor in an Illinois workers’ comp claim?
Depending on where you work, you may or may not have given a thought to what would happen if you were injured. Most people know that workers’ compensation benefits are there to help pick up the medical bills and cover some of their lost wages – but few have a clear...
3 reasons dog bites can lead to major medical concerns
People know that dogs can become aggressive and bite someone, but they often dismiss such incidents as minor. Although many dog bites only cause short-term medical issues, sometimes they have more significant consequences. There are several situations in which dog...
Abuse in memory care facilities is difficult to spot
The realization that your parent needs to move into a memory care facility in order to remain safe is hard to handle. You have to think about how you can protect them as they make this transition. The sad fact is that workers in these facilities sometimes take...
Spotting the signs of brake failure
The roadways can be busy in Chicago, Illinois. The city is bustling with residents, workers, day visitors and tourists. Many of these people opt for driving as their main mode of transportation. Unfortunately, there is little that you can do to control the behavior...