The elderly population in America is growing quickly. According to the 2010 Census, more than 40 million people are at least 65 years old. Almost six million of that group are 85 or older. This oldest segment is expected to grow by 20% in the next 40 years. This growth is causing a great increase in the number of nursing homes. Without action, elderly abuse statistics will continue to grow. The statistics regarding elderly abuse… read more
Share this infographic on your site! Source: What to Do in a Ride Sharing Accident? From 2010-2014, ride sharing use worldwide has increased close to 4X! 2010: 1.16 million 2014: 4.94 million What Are Ride Sharing and Ride-Hailing Services? Ride sharing companies connect regular drivers to people that need a lift Ride sharing services (e.g. BlaBlaCar, Zimride, etc.) Multiple groups, similar to carpooling Strangers share one car and are dropped off at different locations along… read more
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Talcum powder is very popular for a variety of personal uses because of its ability to absorb moisture and to reduce chafing. It has for decades been used to change diapers for babies, and many women have used it for years for feminine hygiene purposes. However, in the last several years, Johnson and Johnson, a maker of some of the top selling baby powders has been in the news because of the possibility that the… read more
Every year, millions of people are injured in Slip and Fall Accidents that result in back and spinal injuries. These accidents can happen at any location, including at home. The incidence of becoming injured due to a slip, trip or fall accident is very high in people who are over age 65. About one third of that population falls, although most of these people do not report their fall to their doctor. Adding to the… read more
The spinal cord is part of a major communication system of nerves that transmits signals between the brain and muscles in other parts of the body and the organs. If it becomes damaged, the results can vary from incomplete to complete paralysis or loss of function of the area served by that part of the system. The spinal cord itself contains a network of 31 pairs of nerves that connect to the arms, legs, chest… read more
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