As We Lose Our Rural Hospitals, the Costs of Air Ambulances Skyrocket
In October, Southwest Georgia Regional Medical Center in Cuthbert became the eighth rural hospital in Georgia to shut down in the past ten years. As rural hospitals in Georgia and across the country shutter, air ambulances have become much more important to patients in remote areas with urgent medical needs. Air ambulances reach areas ground…
Read MoreA Mother’s Tragic Warning About Boats & Carbon Monoxide
The state of Georgia and its many parks offer a variety of waterways and lakes for boating and other recreational activities. However, boating can be dangerous and cause serious accidents and injuries. Although most people don’t think about carbon monoxide poisoning as a boating risk, an Oklahoma mother is sounding the alarm after losing her…
Read MoreResearch Shows Drug-Resistant Bacteria May Spread Easily in Hospitals
A recently published study shows that a better understanding of the relationship between patients and drug-resistant bacteria is crucial to preventing the spread of infection within hospitals. With a more detailed knowledge of the extent to which certain bacteria can spread, medical facilities can take better care to protect patients from life-threatening diseases. The research,…
Read MoreCPSC Warns Parents: Nursing Pillows Pose Suffocation Hazard to Infants
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is launching an investigation into infant deaths and nursing pillows / lounging pads, as well as issuing a warning to parents that these products are not safe for sleeping. According to the CPSC’s October news release, they have identified several deaths associated with pillow-like infant products, such as nursing…
Read MoreMore People Are Purchasing Used Cars. Buyers Should Beware.
The COVID-19 pandemic has sent shockwaves through nearly every industry in the country, affecting them in different ways. We remember the toilet paper and cleaning supply shortages in the spring of 2020, although supply eventually caught up with demand. Another similarly affected industry is automotive and transportation manufacturers. With more people working at home and…
Read MoreThe Takata Defective Product Scandal Continues
It is likely safe to say we all remember the Takata Corporation, the company behind the largest product safety recall in history. More than two dozen people lost their lives due to Takata’s defective airbags, with hundreds more suffering serious injuries. The company declared bankruptcy in 2018, selling the majority of its assets to Joyson…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
You’ve probably heard of carbon monoxide poisoning at some point in your life. You at least know enough to understand that it’s dangerous, but do you know where it comes from or how to prevent it from harming you, your family or your pets? According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 430 people…
Read MoreHow Do I Check to See if My Vehicle Has Been Recalled?
Auto manufacturers try to stay on top of notifying vehicle owners of recalls when they become necessary. Sometimes the vehicle owner might sense something is wrong with their car before the notice is even sent out. When this happens, you can check to see whether any issues have been identified before you experience a serious…
Read MoreNovember is Child Safety Month. Here’s What You Need to Know
Bringing a child into your life is the ultimate responsibility. Tending to their needs to make sure they grow into happy, healthy adults is a 24-hour-a-day task that can often feel like an impossible balancing act. Even when you’re diligently watching out for your child’s safety and wellbeing, things can happen. November is Child Safety…
Read MoreCommon Causes of Airplane Engine Failure
No one boarding a plane wants to think about the potential that they might not make it to their destination in one piece, but for an average of 498 passengers and pilots per year, it’s a reality. Depending upon the airplane, an engine failure may or may not lead to catastrophic events that end in…
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