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- Train derailment leaves at least 5 dead, 40 missing
Jul 9, 2013
There is no question that trains play an important role in our society. In addition to providing transportation to humans from one location to another, they also are regularly used to move products across the country, even the continent. While in many cases these voyages are made without incident, at times accidents do occur. It is likely that many in the Pittsburgh area have heard about the catastrophic incident that took place north of the...Read More - Silenced medical device alarms growing problem in hospitals
Jul 9, 2013
Nurses are among some of the most skilled and caring of all medical professionals. Not only do nurses often play an integral role in emergency rooms and surgical settings, but they are also a hospital's main caregivers and most-visible point of contact for patients. The majority of nurses are highly skilled professionals who readily rely upon years of training and experience while attending to patients. Modern medicine and technology has greatly improved patient care and...Read More - Summer months prove most dangerous for Ohio children and teens
Jul 8, 2013
All school year, Ohio school children eagerly await the warmer weather and summer vacation. For many, the warmer temperatures and time away from school bring trips to the local swimming pool, summer family vacations and spending time outdoors. While the summer months are most often associated with fun, they are also the time when most school-aged children sustain serious injuries. In Ohio, more school-aged children are injured and killed during the summer months than during...Read More - Confusion may arise with changing appearance of generic drugs
Jul 5, 2013
Prescription drugs cost residents of the state of Pennsylvania large amounts of money each year. To try to combat the high prices, when possible, so people opt for the generic version. When taken correctly these drugs should do the same thing as those sold under the usually much more expensive brand name. While the drugs may do the same thing as the others, there is one way in which they are likely different–appearance. There is...Read More - Falling steel beam inflicts injuries on construction workers
Jul 5, 2013
The greatest risk many Pittsburgh area workers face at their jobs is receiving a paper cut on a finger. This is not the case for everyone however, particularly those who have a physical job and are not tied to a desk and computer. While there are a variety of physical types of jobs in existence, construction is likely one of the first occupations that comes to mind when one considers such positions. As it turns...Read More - Woman flown to Pittsburgh hospital after head-on collision
Jul 5, 2013
Though no one wants to be involved in a car accident they nonetheless happen on regular basis on roads throughout the Pittsburgh area. They arise in a variety of situations and can involve only one vehicle or multiple automobiles. Sometimes the outcome of the accident is minor and any damage or injuries incurred are minor. In other cases however the result can be much more serious. An accident occurred this week in Lawrence County involving...Read More - Boy run over in July 4th parade dies from injuries
Jul 5, 2013
When most people think about the 4th of July holiday, fireworks are likely the first thing that comes to mind. Before that event however, many Pennsylvania residents take part in other special holiday activities with friends and family, such as parades. Sadly, a parade that took place in another state ended tragically when a young boy participating in the parade was run over by one of the floats. The trailer that ran over the 8-year-old...Read More - Do health scans pose health risks?
Jul 5, 2013
If asked, most people residing in western Pennsylvania would likely say that medical tests are a positive thing. After all, the whole idea behind them is that they make it possible to determine if someone has a condition that needs to be treated. Because of this many may be surprised to hear that certain tests may actually contribute to certain illnesses developing. The tests in question are those that involve high doses of radiation, such...Read More - Aerialist dies after fall at performance
Jul 3, 2013
Each year residents of Western Pennsylvania head to Las Vegas for vacation. While some people like to gamble, others enjoy the city because of the wide variety of shows one can attend. The content of these shows varies and includes: magic, music, comedy and acrobatic spectacle. Sadly, a program showcasing the latter type of entertainment recently ended in tragedy. One of the performers in a Cirque du Soleil program died near the end of the...Read More - Man believes electronic records error to blame for mother’s death
Jul 3, 2013
In today’s society, more and more records are kept in electronic form. This practice extends across a wide variety of areas, including the health care industry. While such records can be much more efficient than the paper version, enabling the quick transfer of information from one medical provider to another, there are times when their use can lead to mistakes as well. The use electronic records are being promoted for a variety of reasons including...Read More