Among the most dangerous slip and fall accidents are those that take place on the stairs. You may have heard that a stair that's just a millimeter higher than the others can make you trip due to muscle memory, and that's true, but it's not the only risk you face. A...
Car accident leaves vehicle on sidewalk and 6 people injured
A car accident in New York ended with six people injured and at least one vehicle sitting on the sidewalk. Reports indicate that the accident happened right around 1:20 in the afternoon, when a Ford Explorer and a Lincoln Town Car crashed at the intersection where...
Why you should always get a second opinion
At some point in your life, you may face some major decisions about your medical care that you do not think will have a major impact on your health and life. As trusting as you are of your physician in New York, there is always the risk that he or she may not...
2 on-duty officers hurt in car accident
When people think about the dangers that police officers face on a daily basis, it's natural to think about chasing down criminals or gun violence. However, the reality is that car accidents are still one of the biggest hazards of the job. With emergency response...
Why doctors often fail to diagnose appendicitis
You go to the doctor because you're having a lot of pain in your abdomen. Your doctor tells you it's all right, that it's probably just gas and an upset stomach, and tells you to take some over-the-counter medications. It turns out that you really have appendicitis....
Your doctor is rushed because costs are so high
Do you think that your trip to the doctor went by way too quickly? Did you feel like your doctor rushed in and out of the room without taking much time to talk to you? Your doctor likely agrees. The reason for the rush is that costs are so high. For example, one...