Four out of five adults in Pennsylvania and across the U.S. take some sort of prescription medication, over-the-counter drug or supplement every week. One third of adults even take five or more drugs at the same time. One can easily imagine, then, just how high the...
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Month: February 2020
Premises liability: What causes outdoor slips and falls?
Wintertime can be a fun part of the year for people of all ages. Many participate in outdoor activities despite the colder temperatures. Some people even prefer cooler weather as they go about their normal routine. However, a dangerous outdoor slip and fall can happen...
Patients face risk for harm as ERs become overcrowded
Every year in Pennsylvania and across the U.S., more than 100 million people visit the emergency room, yet the quality of care in ERs can plummet with overcrowding. The Institute of Medicine noted this issue back in 2007, saying that overcrowding opens up the...
Report calls NHTSA’s 5-star safety rating system outdated
In October 2019, a report was released by a member of the Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety that concludes that the current 5-star rating system used to determine vehicle safety is outdated. Pennsylvania residents should know that the National Highway Traffic...
What truckers can do about obstructive sleep apnea
Many truckers in Pennsylvania, some without knowing it, suffer from sleep apnea. This is a disorder that periodically stops one's breathing while sleeping, and it is responsible for all kinds of health conditions. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type of...