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The Use of Technology to Reduce Trucking Accidents in New York

Statistics reveal that there was a 17% increase in fatal truck-related crashes from 2009 to 2013 in the United States. Is this the reason that the drive to create autonomous vehicles is so breathtaking and intense? Possibly! But this is another topic. Deaths due to fatal truck accidents have increased 4 years in a row. According to the latest data available, in 2013, there were 3,964 fatalities caused by truck-involved crashes in the US. These crashes did not kill not just car drivers, but also about 586 people who were either truck drivers or passengers – this was in 2013 alone. According to the CDC,

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Did your doctor hurt you?

You went to your doctor because of a little ache that was getting in the way of your happiness, or preventing you from doing your job at the law office where you work. You did everything the doctor said for the headaches and the cramps, but now you’re suffering far worse than before.

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What to Avoid doing after a Car Wreck in New York

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 32,000 deaths and 2 million injuries occur each year as a result of motor vehicle crashes in the United States. In 2013, the crash death rate in the US was more than double the average of other high-income countries across the globe. 1 in 3 crashes in the country involved drunk driving, while nearly 1 in 3 was caused by speeding. It was also found that front seat belt in the country was lower than in most other nations. Things You should Not do after a Car Accident It is important for all drivers

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Premises Liability and Personal Injury in New York

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6 million automotive crashes occur each year in the United States, averaging to about 1 car accident every 10 seconds. These accidents lead to 3 million injuries each year, a large number of which are permanent injuries. Approximately 40,000 deaths are also caused by car accidents. Car accidents are not the only accidents to cause personal injury – other accidents such as slip and fall, drowning accidents, exposure to chemicals, etc. lead to personal injury. Are You Eligible to Pursue a Premises Liability Suit? In simple words, premises liability is the legal responsibility of property owners

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Diagnosing fibromyalgia and the importance of diet

Some New York City residents who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia may not actually be suffering from the syndrome. In fact, uapproximately percent of patients who were diagnosed with fibromyalgia may have received a misdiagnosis and may be suffering from another condition or medical problem, according to one medical expert. This also may mean that patients may not be receiving the treatment that they need.

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Preventing Dog Bites in New York: Tips for Children

According to the American Pet Products Association, there are currently 83.3 million dogs all over the United States which are kept by 56.7 million households. The most recent survey of dog bites in the US that was conducted by researchers at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that there were 4.5 million dog bite victims per year in 2001, 2002, and 2003, which translates to 1.5% of the entire population of the country. Tips for Children to Prevent Dog Bites Parents in New York, and other places, can teach their kids important tips to prevent them from becoming dog bite victims, including the

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Risks of skipping mammograms

Mammogram results that are false-positive indicate that an abnormality that shows up may be cancer. Due to the fear this can cause, many women in New York may be foregoing additional tests and screenings after they receive their false-positive results. According to breast cancer experts and a study conducted by Illinois researchers, the postponement of additional tests, such as a biopsy or more imaging, can be fatal, as the early detection of cancer is key to receiving effective treatment and saving lives.

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