The care that a person receives in a nursing home should meet that person’s needs. Individualized care plans can be beneficial, but only if the staff follows those plans accordingly. When any vital need is bypassed, there is a chance that the resident might suffer.…
The products you purchase from the store should be safe to use as long as you are doing so in the intended manner. When something happens, you have to figure out what you need to do. Catastrophic or serious injuries will require emergency medical care.…
Semitruck crashes can lead to catastrophic injuries for the victims. There are many reasons for these crashes, but that might not be the top thing on your mind when you are in a wreck. Your priority is likely going to be getting the medical care…
A Long Island high school senior died following an automobile crash just two weeks before she was set to graduate from high school. The woman, 18, was a passenger in a 2007 Hyundai Elantra being driven by a 17-year-old classmate. Another 18-year old student was…
Inadequate safety or security measures are common issues in and outside of properties all over New York. Landlords of residential properties may not adequately consider the risks that residents face, while owners or landlords of commercial properties may not invest in security, considering it the…
Driving on the highway is different than driving in the city or in a rural setting. In addition to fast moving vehicles, you’re likely to contend with traffic, construction and a variety of other challenges. While there’s no way to guarantee your safety as a…
Even if you enjoy working outdoors in warm weather, it doesn’t mean you can ignore the potential impact on your body. Dehydration and heat stroke can set in quickly, thus putting you in a compromising position. Here are five safety tips to follow when working…
If you live in or around Rockville Center, you know that rush hour traffic can be challenging to navigate. Driver behavior can be unpredictable, and cars can stop and go frequently. These three tips can help you stay safe, even in the heaviest rush hour…
Depending on your profession, you may be responsible for operating a bulldozer on construction sites. While this machinery can help complete a variety of tasks, such as grading land, it also has the potential to cause serious injury or even death. Above all else, you…
Regardless of your profession, if you’re required to lift a heavy item at work it’s imperative to take the steps necessary to protect yourself. Here are five safe-lifting techniques anyone can follow: Know what you’re lifting: Don’t assume you can comfortably lift an item. Instead,…
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