Health, Safety & Personal Injury Law Blog
August 31, 2015 • Brain Injury,Health Tips
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury – Sometimes a Major Problem
Mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI), also known as concussions, affect more than 1.7 million people annually. It’s commonly believed that most who sustain a mild TBI will recover within a week to 6 months, with only about 15% experiencing long-term symptoms. However, a recent study revealed that about half of individuals who suffered a mild…
read moreJune 12, 2015 • Attorney Tips,Health Tips,Medical Malpractice,Nursing Home Information Center
11 Steps to Protecting Yourself Against Medical Errors in West Virginia
How to Get Safer Health Care in West Virginia According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, patient safety is one of the Nation’s most pressing health care challenges. A 1999 report by the Institute of Medicine estimates that as many as 44,000 to 98,000 people die in U.S. hospitals each year because…
read moreMay 2, 2015 • Community Help WV,Health Tips
Strength Training for Health, Happiness, & Healing Injuries
Strength training has been proven to help people overcome diabetes, lose weight, reduce pain, feel better, sleep better, and live longer – just what West Virginia needs. Strength training, such as lifting weights or our body weight, has also been shown to be both safe and effective for women and men of all ages, including…
read moreApril 25, 2014 • Health Tips,Pain Relief
Pain Killers — Nature’s Way
Do you suffer from chronic pain and are looking for relief? Millions of people suffer from chronic pain caused by accidents, injuries, or health conditions like arthritis. Fortunately, there are a number of natural pain killers that can help reduce or eliminate your pain after an accident or injury. Although some herbs may not be as fast-acting…
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