An MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is a technique used to scan the human body and produce detailed images of internal organs. The scan operates by using radio waves and strong magnetic fields to produce detailed images of parts of the body that cannot be seen as well with an ultrasound, a CT scan, or an […]
Baby Suffers Lead Poisoning from Magnetic Teething Bracelet
A 9-month old Connecticut infant developed abnormally high blood lead levels after chewing on a lead magnetic bead bracelet. During a routine checkup, her blood lead level tested at 41 micrograms per deciliter (ug/dL) which was alarmingly higher than the normal level of 5 ug/dL. Investigators with the Center for Disease Control visited the infant’s […]
How to Shop for a Safer Car
When shopping for a new car, you probably have a list of features that you have considered for convenience and luxury including the stereo system, moon roof, and numbers of seats. But an important part of any new car purchase is also a consideration of safety, which includes looking at the results of crash tests […]
Car Owners: If Your Car is Recalled do you Have to Pay for the Repairs?
Most vehicle owners in the U.S. have, at one time or another, received a recall notice in the mail regarding their vehicle. Sometime the recall is issue is small such as a defective interior light – other times the issue is major such as defective power steering or airbags. Either way, the notice lets you […]
Proper Helmet Fit Key in Preventing Football Head Injuries
By now, most people have heard of the dangers of playing football and the high rates of players who suffer from concussions and CTE, even from a young age. While players have used helmets to play football for years, studies are now showing that proper helmet fit and maintenance play an important role in minimizing […]
