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The many dangers associated with being overweight have been well-documented. Individuals who are overweight are more likely to suffer various adverse health problems. A new study shows that being overweight may also negatively impact an individual's propensity for safe driving....
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As medical professionals, doctors are essentially "hired" by patients to identify and diagnose possible health problems and recommend the most effective treatment options. In an effort to catch potential health problems, most patients willingly submit to medical tests. Some, however,...
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The South Side of Pittsburgh was the scene of a fatal multi-vehicle crash earlier this week. One of the vehicles involved in the morning crash was a dump truck. It took place close to the Hot Metal Bridge, on 2nd...
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Earlier this week a fatal crash occurred in Beaver County that left a 48-year-old man dead. He was seriously injured when a vehicle hit him as he walked on Woodlawn Road. The incident occurred in the morning.Immediately following the collision,...
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Due to their weight and size, motor vehicle accidents in which large commercial vehicles are involved often result in severe injuries and even death. In an effort to prevent commercial vehicle accidents, trucking companies and truck drivers face many regulations....
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The thought that one may have purchased and regularly used a children's product that is dangerous or defective likely sends chills down the spine of many Pittsburgh area parents. The sad reality is that this occurs on a regular basis....
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It is always difficult to lose a loved one. Most would agree however, that it is even harder when the person's death could have been prevented if only certain steps were taken. One of the situations in which this can...
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In the coming years, the number of individuals over the age of 65 across America and in states like Ohio, is projected to grow considerably. As such, more individuals over the age of 65 will likely undergo medical procedures and...
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Traditionally, most in Pennsylvania probably think about construction sites and industrial settings as being the places work accidents most often occur. The reality however, is that work accidents can occur while doing virtually any job. Included in this are agricultural...
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In cities throughout the nation, residents enjoy Samuel Adams beer. The beverage is brewed in several breweries throughout the east coast. One of those breweries is located in Pennsylvania and earlier this month an injury inducing accident occurred there. Two...
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Illinois has reported a second probable case of fungal meningitis. A Chicago resident was recently hospitalized with symptoms of fungal meningitis. Like the first case, the patient received a steroid injection at one of the three APAC Centers for Pain...
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The Food and Drug Administration has reported finding bacteria in two other drugs that are now involved in the current outbreak of fungal meningitis. Betamethasone, an injectable steroid and cardioplegia, used during heart surgery, were also created by the New...
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