Diagnosing exploding head syndrome
New York patients who have trouble sleeping may be interested to learn about a sleep disorder known as exploding head syndrome. People who have this condition often experience a loud bang or even a gunshot noise when they try to go to sleep, even though these noises actually never occur. For many, the syndrome is overlooked by doctors.
A Look at NY Construction Worker Fatalities
A substantial number of construction accidents in New York City in recent years have resulted in far too many fatalities. In fact, according to Crain’s New York, there were a total of 25-construction industry deaths in 2015. The high death rate is being driven by a building boom, among other factors including construction companies that […]
Type 3c diabetes commonly misdiagnosed, study finds
Those who have diabetes mellitus or who are aware of the disease may only know of two types: type 1 and type 2. However, some may be interested to learn that there is a third type, which is commonly called type 3c or Diabetes of the Exocrine Pancreas. This type of diabetes is caused by damage to the pancreas. A study found that this type of diabetes was commonly misdiagnosed by doctors as type 2.
Partial Building Collapse in NY Leaves Construction Worker Injured
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, construction workers being struck by objects is considered one of the fatal four hazards responsible for the majority of construction fatalities. Examples of struck by injuries could include vehicles or machinery hitting construction workers; equipment tipping over onto construction workers; or numerous other hazardous incidents in which […]
Three Construction Accidents, Two Fatalities: A Look at the Dangers of Construction in NYC
Construction is one of the most dangerous fields to work in. When a construction worker is hurt or killed on the job, the worker or his surviving family members must understand the legal protections that are in place. Workers’ compensation injury or death benefits should be available to shield the injured employee and his family […]
Common Types of Medical Malpractice Damages
According to a recent analysis, medical errors are the third-leading cause of death in the United States, after heart disease and cancer. Experts say that this “epidemic” claims at least 250,000 lives each year across the nation.
Breast cancer deaths prominent among black women
According to a report from the American Cancer Society, there has been a 39% drop in breast cancer deaths between 1989 and 2015. At the same time, the organization found that white women were 39% more likely to survive breast cancer than African-American women. If the Breast Cancer Facts & Figures 2017-2018 report is any indication, the trend is a constant one. Several explanations for it have been proposed, which should interest anyone in New York who has or knows someone who has this condition.
Tips to Prevent Kitchen Accidents in New York
The holiday season is around the corner. It is that time of the year when you can enjoy a lot of delicious food and party all night long with friends and family. Amidst all the fun and excitement, a trip to the ER can ruin your fun and happiness, in an instant. Emergency rooms are often the busiest during the holiday season. People suffer from various accidents such as slipping on snow and ice, hurting themselves while putting up decorations and hurting themselves while cooking or working in the kitchen. The kitchen is that part of the home that delivers great food and smiles, but is also a danger zone where traumatic injuries can take place. While you are busy preparing sumptuous meals for your family this Halloween, be sure to bear these kitchen safety tips in mind. After all, you want to spend Halloween with your family and loved ones and not in an ER nursing wounds and injuries.
What are the most common kitchen accidents in New York?
According to several reports, kitchen accidents are most common during the holiday season. Listed below are a few of the most common kitchen accidents:
Tips to Avoid Cruise Ship Accidents and Illnesses
One of the best ways to unwind and relax is to set out on a cruise. The whole family can get together and enjoy themselves on a cruise. However, every now and then you do hear of a sickness epidemic or an ill-fated accident on a gorgeous luxury cruise that can make you change your mind about heading out to sea. It is true, if somebody on-board contracts a nasty virus, it can spread quickly because a ship is a closed environment where several dozens of people share things. You can avoid catching the flu virus or a stomach bug, if you follow the below listed strategies.
Visit a Travel Medicine Specialist Before You Set Out on a Trip
If you want to keep a throat trickle or bellyache at bay, be sure to visit a doctor who can update you on the vaccines you must take when you set out to sea. He will also assist you on the availability of vaccines in the places you will be docking and what is absolutely required.
Slip and Fall Accidents at Restaurants in New York
Who doesn’t love to have a romantic dinner at a nearby restaurant on the weekend in your very neighborhood? And, if you live in New York or are vacationing there, you have plenty of options for gastronomic yet inexpensive food at many eateries in town. There are restaurants in NYC for people of all types. However, most food establishments put not just their employees, but also their customers at risk for slip and fall injuries. In fact, many of these accidents can be easily avoided of only restaurant owners follow safety measures that will help eliminate these falls.
Five reasons behind slip and fall accidents at restaurants in New York