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Airbags are one of the most significant safety inventions to ever happen for automobiles. They protect us from much of the impact of an accident and can prevent severe injuries. But what happens when those airbags fail? What is the problem with the vehicles?...
Getting into a crash with a semi-truck is dangerous for many reasons, one of which is that the truck may have been carrying acids or other corrosive materials. In some cases, the truck might also have been carrying highly flammable or toxic chemicals that can cause...
Asbestos was thought to be a miracle product that found itself in various products and industries. Unfortunately, the cancer-causing properties of asbestos were unknown in the early days. There's an extremely long delay in mesothelioma detection and diagnosis; thus,...
Many individuals regularly worked with or around asbestos fibers until asbestos was banned by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the 1970s. Despite asbestos being banned, there are many careers in which individuals may still come in contact with...
You make an appointment with your primary care physician because you have issues that you cannot resolve or diagnose on your own. Perhaps you have minor but chronic symptoms that you worry could be a sign of a serious condition. Maybe you have acute symptoms that have...
Cancer was once always fatal, but modern medicine has found ways to treat many forms of cancer. Early detection and access to excellent health care can help people defeat even aggressive and late-stage cancer. Unfortunately, medical science hasn't been able to cure...
Summertime means vacationers could explore a little "fun in the sun" in Louisiana and around the country. Others may be unable to stay out of the sun's rays due to their job requirements. Worrying about sun exposure seems understandable. Suffering from a severe...
Whiplash is a condition that arises after ligaments and muscles in the neck area extend past the typical range of motion. For example, the force of a car accident often causes a victim’s head to jerk back and forth, resulting in whiplash. The condition could also...
When you ask most people what they envision about New Orleans, they'll likely mention the French Quarter's famed streets. It's not uncommon for tourists and locals alike to stroll along and check out the area's many historic homes. However, there is always an inherent...
Residents of Louisiana may enjoy the breeze blowing on a hot day, but there comes a point when those breezes become dangerous. Many drivers don’t realize that gusty winds can be a major safety hazard for drivers. High wind speeds are especially dangerous for...