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Shopping for school supplies? Stay away from these

In a matter of weeks, children across Ohio will be back in the classroom. That means parents are getting out to do their back-to-school shopping to purchase the things their kids need to have a good start to the new year. If you are among these parents, you should be aware of some potentially hazardous… read more

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More American women die in childbirth than most industrialized countries

For nine long months, expectant mothers wait for the arrival of their child. And for most mothers, this is only the first chapter in a long story that is the life of a child. But something is going on in the U.S. A concerning number of women are dying in childbirth or shortly after. According… read more

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What can be done about Ohio’s rising infant mortality & premature delivery rates?

It’s something no population wants to hear: That its infant mortality rate and premature delivery rates are high and rising. But in Ohio, it’s a reality.

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Ohio drivers: Why you need to be especially cautious this month

Did you know that over the past five years, more Ohioans have been killed in car accidents during the month of August than in any other month? As noted in an article on the deadliest month for Ohio drivers, 563 people died in motor vehicle crashes in August between 2013 and 2017. By comparison, 413… read more

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Parent drivers, child passengers, and distracted driving

Distracted driving is a dangerous practice, something that all drivers should avoid. But drivers don’t let these dangers stop them from using phones while they drive. In fact, distracted driving is more of a problem than ever. Distracted Driving Accidents on the Rise Over the past two years, there has been a 14.4 percent increase… read more

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Protect yourself on the job. Particularly on these jobs

Every occupation comes with some amount of risk to people’s safety, whether they might be crushed in a machine or develop carpal tunnel. And certain accidents can happen no matter where a person works, from slipping on a wet floor to getting hit by a falling object. That said, some occupations are more dangerous to… read more

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Are the Ohio State Fair rides safe?

The Ohio State Fair is a much-loved and anticipated event. Unfortunately, this year serves as a reminder to many Ohioans of the tragedy that happened one year ago. At the 2017 Ohio State Fair, a tragic accident occurred on the Fire Ball ride, killing 18-year-old Tyler Jarrell and injuring several others. The ride fell apart… read more

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Bayer ends U.S. sales of Essure permanent birth control implant

Pharmaceutical giant Bayer recently announced it would no longer sell its controversial Essure® contraceptive device in the United States. The decision follows years of concerning reports of dangerous complications and injuries.

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Ohio’s rising infant mortality rate & premature delivery rate

Elk & Elk recently published a SlideShare discussing Ohio’s rising infant mortality rate and premature delivery rate. Please view this presentation to learn more: Ohio’s Rising Infant Mortality Rate & Premature Delivery Rate from The Law Buzz

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The long-term effects of brachial plexus birth injuries

Having a child is one of the most incredible, life-changing experiences a mother can have. However, as exciting as this event is, labor and delivery can also be very frightening and stressful. The reality is that complications do happen during childbirth. And these complications can lead to serious birth injuries that can affect a child… read more

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