21 December

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Be wary of drunk drivers over the next few weeks

During the holiday season, there’s plenty of Christmas cheer — and much of that comes in a cup. Mulled wine, hard cider, coffee with a little Kahlua or Bailey’s Irish Creme thrown in is in the offerings wherever you may go. All that extra “holiday spirit” adds up to one thing: an increase in drunk driving accidents. What else drives the rise in drunk drivers during the holiday season? It isn’t just the fact that alcohol has traditionally been a part of holiday celebrations that leads to an increase in drunk drivers. Experts say that there are several different factors that come into play: People who...

20 November

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What are some immediate signs of a spinal cord injury?

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Car accidents and slip-and-fall injuries caused by the fault of another may result in serious spinal damage. The Mayo Clinic reports that most people who suffer these injuries are in their late teens to early 30s; however, you may experience one at any age. If you experience a car accident, fall or a violent act that injures your spine, understanding the immediate effects may help you understand what kind of medical treatment you may need in the future. Loss of sensation After an accident, you may experience numbness almost anywhere in your body, depending on which bones in the spine experience trauma. Loss...

11 November

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What are the symptoms of internal bleeding?

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Internal bleeding occurs due to damage to blood vessels inside your body. This often happens because of a traumatic accident. Internal bleeding can be hard to recognize at first. However, it can cause dangerous complications if not treated right away. Internal bleeding can occur in any part of the body, including the abdomen, head and joints. According to Healthline, the symptoms of internal bleeding can vary based on where it occurs. Abdomen There are several large blood vessels in the abdomen that, if damaged, can cause serious internal bleeding. Common symptoms of bleeding in the abdomen include nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. The...

23 October

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How can a brain injury affect your memory?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

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As a resident of North Carolina who got into an accident, you may suffer from physical effects that last long after the incident itself. This is particularly true of brain injuries, which often have traumatic impacts lasting months, years or even a lifetime. In particular, brain injuries tend to have lasting impacts on your memory. In what way does it affect your ability to recall things and store new memories? Brain injuries and short-term memory damage The Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center examines the relationship between memory and brain injury. Brain injuries, especially traumatic ones (TBIs), tend to affect short-term memory the most....

25 September

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What is traumatic amputation?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

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You may argue that any type of amputation feels traumatic. This is true. However, traumatic amputation specifically refers to situations where you lose a limb by accident in a traumatic incident. Incidents that occur by accident and lead to immediate dismemberment or necessary amputation may fall into this category. One Science Direct study reports that trauma-related amputations tend to occur most frequently among young men. This may stem from the fact that men tend to take more risks and make up the bulk of blue-collar workers in dangerous fields. Most common causes There are many potential causes of dismemberment, but some do occur more frequently...

22 June

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Protect the spine after a car wreck

Posted by Chris Proffitt

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The injuries that come from car wrecks can vary from bruises up to catastrophic conditions like spinal cord injuries. Many people don’t think about something like a wreck altering the course of their life, but it is very possible when the spinal cord is damaged. The completeness of the spinal cord injury plays a direct role in how a victim is able to recover. When the injury is complete, the chance of recovery is reduced because the connections in the spinal cord are completely severed. When it is incomplete, there is more of a chance of recovery because some of those connections remain. Spinal...

08 June

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Why you need legal guidance after an injury

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You got into an accident on your way to work in Asheville. The other motorist was clearly at fault. You were injured, but you plan on filing your own claim for damages with their auto insurance company. You’re pretty sure that you can handle this on your own. This course of action is not ideal. You need to understand that the insurance company is not on your side. Even if it happens to be your own insurance company to which you’re making the claim, they will always focus on their bottom line and appeasing the company’s shareholders. What that means in a...

02 June

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Should I visit a doctor after a car accident?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

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Car accidents happen when you least expect them. They often occur because of another person’s careless actions, which can be extremely aggravating for responsible drivers. After a minor accident, you might wonder whether you need to seek a doctor’s assistance. Perhaps you are just a little sore and do not believe your injuries warrant medical intervention. Or maybe you feel fine after the accident and believe that you have not actually experienced any injuries. Keep in mind that many injuries common during car accidents, including whiplash, will not cause symptoms until days or even weeks after the event. Visiting a doctor...

24 January

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What are the signs of a concussion?

Posted by Chris Proffitt

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Between sports injuries, falls and car accidents, concussions occur often, and they may seem like non-serious injuries. However, a concussion is a mild type of traumatic brain injury, and it may have lasting consequences. Sometimes the symptoms of a concussion are difficult to see, but it is important to be able to recognize the signs and know when to seek medical care. According to the CDC, most people who experience a mild TBI (concussion) eventually recover from the symptoms of the injury. However, it may take several weeks or even longer for all the symptoms to vanish, especially if you have had TBI...

02 January

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AAA Foundation study stresses limits of car safety features

Posted by Chris Proffitt

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In December 2019, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety released the results of a study it conducted on various car safety features. It found that two features in particular can be misused by drivers and raise their risk for a crash. Drivers in North Carolina should know what these two features are. The first is adaptive cruise control, a feature that automatically accelerates and slows the car down to maintain a safe following distance. The second is lane-keeping assist, which tugs at the steering wheel whenever the car is in danger of veering out of its lane. The issue is that both features...