Construction sites are dangerous places, not just for the workers but those in proximity to the sites. In many areas, construction sites are located in isolated areas far from nonessential pedestrian traffic. That’s not the case here in New York City, however. Some of...
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Preventing height-related construction accidents
In the construction industry, working at heights presents significant risks, with falls being a leading cause of fatalities and injuries. These dangers demand unwavering attention and comprehensive safety measures to keep everyone safe. The following proactive...
Reasons for colon cancer misdiagnosis
Colon cancer is one of the most common types of cancer worldwide. Despite advancements in medical technology, it often gets misdiagnosed, leading to delayed treatment and potentially poorer outcomes. Several factors contribute to the misdiagnosis of colon cancer. ...
How does gender affect car crash fatality rates?
Car accident fatalities happen because a variety of factors affect the type of injuries different people receive, such as gender. While not all deaths occur only because of gender, the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety reports that men die much more often in car...
What qualifies a crash victim for pain and suffering damages?
You have likely heard how some injured auto accident victims receive a pain and suffering award on top of other accident damages. Now that you have suffered severe injuries in a crash, you want to find out if these damages are possible in your case. Although it is...
How much could an SCI cost you over a lifetime?
A particularly severe car accident may result in a spinal cord injury. Very few people suffering from an SCI that impacts their motor functions experience a 100% recovery, meaning you may need healthcare support for the rest of your life. The overall lifetime costs of...
Why do so many doctors miss pediatric appendicitis in the ER?
If you are a parent, you know there is nothing worse than having a sick child. Fortunately, most childhood ailments are minor and go away on their own without medical intervention. Appendicitis is not one of these. In fact, without immediate care, appendicitis can...
4 common reasons for scaffold collapses
Scaffolds are common on construction sites in New York and across the country, as these raised platforms allow workers to reach and work at extreme heights. Unfortunately, though, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, scaffold accidents cause...
Infant mortality rate by state: Where does New York rank?
Infant mortality rates used to be incredibly high. This is one of the reasons that the birth rate has fallen in the United States over the decades. Previous generations were less confident that their children would live through infancy, and they would have many...
Electrical accidents on construction sites
Construction sites can be dangerous to workers when proper safety measures are not observed. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, construction workers are exposed to many hazards, including electrocutions. Below are four factors that cause...