Twice every year, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade grades more than 2,000 hospitals in the United States. According to their official website, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades assigns their grades based on nationally recognized safety measures. The result is a grade that...
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Is there such thing as minor surgery?
There's an old saying: "Minor surgery is surgery that someone else is having." Minor surgeries are surgeries that do not require lots of recovery time or generally carry less risk than more complex procedures. However, even routine surgeries and simple procedures come...
Anesthesia: What you can do to prevent problems
If the idea of going under anesthesia and receiving a complex surgical operation sounds scary to you, know that your fears are perfectly understandable. While these types of medical treatments become safer with each passing year, that does not mean they are entirely...
How communities are re-thinking road safety
Accidents involving motor vehicles continue to cause injuries and fatalities throughout the United States and worldwide. However, many cities, including Columbus, Ohio, are addressing this problem by adopting Vision Zero action plans. Vision Zero is gaining national...
What to know about filing a bodily injury claim
A car accident can be traumatic. Besides the shock, there are sometimes physical injuries. Treatment may lead to high medical bills. Recovery could mean missing work, triggering a loss of income. Negate these financial stressors by filing a bodily injury claim with...
What are the stopping distances of cars vs. semi-trucks?
It goes without saying that passenger vehicles and semi-trucks pose very different levels of danger on the road. Semi-trucks are large, heavy, and have a longer stopping distance compared to typical cars. Understanding the significance of stopping distance is one way...
New technology could prevent truck accidents
Accidents involving semi trucks present an increased risk of serious injury or death. Nationwide, semis account for almost 7% of all accidents. The majority of accidents take place along major roads and highways, but a new device is on the market that could help...
Does healthcare worker burnout mean more mistakes?
People in healthcare have a difficult job. Often, their duties include long hours and challenging conditions. When you seek medical care, you expect that the people on your medical team will be ready to give you the care and attention you need. However, challenging...
Could my sleep apnea lead to a crash?
Dealing with sleep apnea can make everyday life difficult. While you may have a treatment protocol from your physician, it may not be completely effective. Sleep apnea can leave you exhausted, even if you slept for several hours. When it is time to get behind the...
SUVs, vans, minivans, pickup trucks put pedestrians at risk
As a pedestrian walking along busy roads, you know the risks that passing cars pose, but did you know that some vehicles have a higher risk of harming pedestrians than others? Bulkier vehicles are more prone to causing more severe injuries, but they are also more...