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Insurance company offers students lesson re texting while driving

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Tuesday September 30, 2014

By now, almost everyone is likely aware of the dangers of operating a motor vehicle while distracted. In spite of the danger, studies continue to show that teens and young adults are still texting while driving. One Massachusetts high school recently hosted a clinic to demonstrate to students exactly how dangerous it is to take one's eyes off road. The course, dubbed "Distractology," was intended to show young drivers just how quick an accident can occur once they look away from the road. Approximately 120 high school students in Lawrence were given an opportunity to take a test drive on…

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Awareness growing of risks posed for brain injury in football

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Tuesday September 16, 2014

High school sports, including football, have provided the background for cherished memories and grandiose storytelling for reunions. One aspect that is likely glossed over is the numbers of players who may have suffered a serious brain injury from concussions. Recently, the risks posed to high school athletes have become a major consideration for most Massachusetts school athletic programs. Over the past decade, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has estimated that the numbers of patients treated for concussion injury has increased by 60 percent. Of the estimated 173,000 who were treated for brain-related injuries last year, 55,000 of those stemmed from football injuries. As…

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Researchers develop new methods to study effects of head injury

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Friday August 22, 2014

Medicine has made tremendous strides in the past several years in researching new treatments for a wide variety of illnesses and medical conditions. One area of medicine, however, has been difficult to fully understand -- the effects of and treatments for head injury. There are many patients in Massachusetts and elsewhere who may benefit from some recent developments. Massachusetts researchers from Tufts University have claimed to have been able to create a model of a portion of a brain. They worked to design a 3-D model of a section of brain tissue that they hope will mimic the reactions of a…

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Dad who suffered spinal cord injury is son’s inspiration

On behalf of posted in Spinal Cord Injuries on Thursday July 31, 2014

Millions of people have dreams of things they want to accomplish. Some succeed without any trouble and others never see their dream realized. There are some who persevere against challenging obstacles and see their dreams to fruition. One dad who suffered a devastating spinal cord injury not only succeeded, but he inspired his son as well. Victims of back injuries everywhere, including Massachusetts, may also be encouraged by the man's feats. The father, who was a research scientist at a cancer center, wanted to compete in marathons. He was training to achieve his dream when he was severely injured in a snowboarding…

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Group working to warn about concussion injury and soccer

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Wednesday July 16, 2014

After so many have been caught up in the excitement of the World Cup matches recently, the potential dangers have also garnered more attention. A player on the German team received a blow to one side of his head. After deciding to return to play, he was later assisted off the field because he had most likely suffered a concussion injury. Now, an organization located in Massachusetts is sounding the alarm about children and soccer. The Western New England Soccer Academy is trying to get the word out to parents concerning the potential risk of head injury to children when they are…

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FDA approves machine that may aid some with spinal cord injury

On behalf of posted in Spinal Cord Injuries on Monday July 7, 2014

There has been a new medical aid that may be able to help some who have been disabled to obtain a little more independence. The Food and Drug Administration has just recently given its approval to an implement that may assist some of those who have suffered a spinal cord injury to achieve limited mobility. Undoubtedly, there are some patients in Massachusetts who may be interested in this new invention. The machine, named, ReWalk, has been described as a type of external skeleton. It is a motorized machine that fits over the legs and back of those who have been paralyzed and…

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Massachusetts victims cite traumatic brain injury after bombing

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Friday June 27, 2014

The terrorist attack on the Boston Marathon in the Spring of 2013 left hundreds of people injured and many more emotionally changed. The wounds of those hurt in the explosions ranged from death to invisible, interior wounds. The generosity of strangers across the world has made it possible for many Massachusetts victims to receive the necessary care that they might otherwise have never received. There are some bombing victims, however, who reportedly suffered a traumatic brain injury and who feel they have not received comparable aid to fully address their medical needs. The issue some survivors have raised concerns the proceeds of…

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Soldiers learning early treatment best for traumatic brain injury

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Wednesday June 11, 2014

Soldiers put themselves in harm's way on a daily basis, even when not actively engaged in fighting a battle. As a result, they may have a higher risk of suffering a traumatic brain injury than the ordinary citizen. A recent seminar concerning this type of injury was recently held at a military installation. Soldiers from Massachusetts may also benefit from the information that was shared. Physicians who specialize in neurological health offered soldiers and their superiors an opportunity to learn more about the seriousness of these wounds and the consequences that could follow without proper attention. The emphasis of the conference was…

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Alcohol a factor in possible wrongful death of Massachusetts man

On behalf of posted in wrongful death on Tuesday April 1, 2014

Traffic lights are an important component in safely navigating Massachusetts roadways. When the light turns red, traffic stops. From an early age, children are taught games to help them learn that a red light means to stop. Recently, a 25-year-old driver apparently did not adhere to basic Massachusetts traffic light laws. His alleged negligence has ended in the apparent wrongful death of a 42-year-old father. Traffic was stopped at a red light. As the 25-year-old driver approached the traffic light, he reportedly decided to go around the car that was stopped at the light. Reports indicate that he also went through the…

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Wrongful death claims may be option for Massachusetts family

On behalf of posted in wrongful death on Friday July 26, 2013

When Massachusetts drivers choose to act negligently behind the wheel, they take their lives and those of others into their hands. For two families, the tragic consequences of one person’s actions have led to trauma and loss. Given the charges against the man and the apparent negligence that he displayed, the victims may begin investigating their options for personal injury or wrongful death claims. The sequence of incidents began when police received reports of a driver driving erratically. Reports then indicate that the 31-year-old driver was eluding police when he struck and killed a 62-year-old man waiting at a bus stop. The…

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