A crash that involved multiple tractor-trailers and a single passenger car occurred along Interstate 285 in south Fulton County around noon on June 19. While all of the truckers made out with non-life threatening injuries, the driver of the pasenger car was not as...
Month: June 2018
Take a deep breath: Your doctor’s stethoscope may be contaminated
If any single instrument is the symbol of a health care professional, it is the stethoscope. A doctor or nurse uses a stethoscope to check for abnormalities in your heart, your blood pressure, your lungs and other parts of the body. It is part of the uniform, hanging...
Whiplash: Symptoms and complications
You can suffer whiplash in many types of accidents, such as if your vehicle is struck from behind by another (even at a low speed). There are many symptoms commonly associated with whiplash, including the following: Neck pain accompanied by stiffness Worsening of pain...
It’s critical to take the right steps after a car accident
It's never easy to deal with the aftermath of a car accident, as you will have many things to think about. From your health and well-being to the traffic around you, there's no shortage of details to consider. It's critical to take the right steps after a car...
Do you know how to spot an impaired driver?
Every time you get behind the wheel and take to the road, you put yourself in position to be part of a motor vehicle accident. While this isn't the most enjoyable thought, it's important to remember that an accident can happen at any time. As a driver, there are...
Why do dentists get sued for malpractice?
The fear that many Americans experience when they think about having to go sit in a dentist chair to have their teeth worked on doesn't just come from nowhere. Instead, many of those who are scared to go the dentist may have experienced a traumatic situation at some...
The serious consequences of emergency room mistakes
When a person needs emergency medical care, he or she may turn to the services of a local emergency room. If you have ever visited a Georgia ER for care, you likely expected to receive quality medical support and an accurate diagnosis. However, emergency rooms do not...