Truckers in Pennsylvania and elsewhere could soon be able to drive more hours each day, according to media reports. Apparently, the White House is considering a proposal to ease hours-of-service rules that are meant to prevent truck driver fatigue. According to the...
Year: 2019
The most common causes of distracted driving
Even with strict laws in place, distracted driving remains a problem throughout the entire country. There will always be people who fall prey to distractions when driving, which increases the likelihood of causing an accident. Understanding the top causes of...
Surgeons’ bad behavior heightens risk for patient complications
Seven million surgical procedures are performed every year in Pennsylvania and the rest of the U.S. In some cases, patients may develop post-operative complications like pneumonia, infections, sepsis, cardiovascular conditions and stroke. Now, a study published in...
5 road trip safety tips to follow this summer
It doesn’t matter if you’re traveling across Pennsylvania or across the country, a summer road trip can be an enjoyable experience. However, if you’re involved in any type of trouble on the road, such as an accident, your good time will come to an end. There are a...
Car accidents pose a threat on the road
Car accidents can lead to severe injuries and lifelong disabilities. Every year, thousands of people throughout Pennsylvania are injured in motor vehicle collisions, most of which could have been prevented by careful driving or following the rules of the road. Indeed,...
Speed a factor in most truck crashes
Statistics show that speeding contributes to most truck accidents in Pennsylvania and across the country. For example, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, speeding played a role in 94% of all traffic accidents in 2015. The agency also says...
Research a surgeon to give yourself peace of mind
If you come to find that you require surgery to address a medical concern, it’s important to learn as much as possible about the many surgeons who can perform the procedure. The information you collect will help you make a confident decision that gives you peace of...
Protect yourself when making an insurance claim after a crash
If you’re injured in a motor vehicle accident, your immediate attention will turn to your health. This includes everything from receiving treatment at a local hospital in Bensalem to discussing your long-term prognosis with your medical team. As soon as you’re able to...
Pew: EHR usability issues can harm pediatric patients
Electronic health records are known for their usability issues, which can reduce clinical efficiency and raise the risk for errors, especially those relating to medication. Pennsylvania residents who work in the medical field should know that such issues can have a...