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When road rage increases, so do injuries

Nearly every driver has experienced frustration behind the wheel at some point. If a car cuts them off on the I-5, or another car weaves through the lanes, it is natural for drivers to feel both nervous and even a little irked at such a reckless driver.Road rage is an entirely different story.What does...

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Is there anything you can do to increase pool safety?

You probably feel lucky to have a place to cool off during the summer if you have friends or neighbors with a pool. However, while a pool can provide countless days of summer fun, it can also be extremely dangerous.Everyone’s swimming capabilities vary, and even the most highly-skilled swimmers could potentially struggle with a...

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Job Loss, Negative Emotions and Car Accidents

Whether someone gets in their car after having too many drinks or a driver fails to follow traffic safety guidelines, there are countless reasons why motor vehicle wrecks often happen. However, it is important for drivers to be aware of less common risk factors that may result in a collision. For example, someone who...

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Should you think twice before calling a ride-share?

Ride-share services like Uber and Lyft make it easier for residents and tourists to travel around the greater Seattle area. However, how much do we really know about the car we hail to give us a ride to that concert or restaurant? The app only gives the driver’s name and the make and model...

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Protect your children, and your record, as you light up the sky

With summer comes time to enjoy the great outdoors. No matter how you enjoy your summer vacation with your children, you will probably engage in a variety of activities that can entertain, teach and create lasting memories.Without an early wakeup call for school, your children will likely stay up later than usual, looking for...

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The everlasting problem of ‘forever chemicals’

The presence of nonstick chemical compounds in food has been a serious issue for years now. National lawmakers, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state governments have all joined the controversial debate to regulate the number of compounds in our food.But past reports over the years claimed that these substances, though alarming, would...

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Are you sure it’s safe to bring your kids to a theme park?

What fun activities do you have planned for your family this summer? As with many parents, you probably have countless ideas for ways you can keep your kids busy during summer vacation.For example, family trips to a theme park can be an incredible adventure, although there are many risks involved. But in addition to...

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Recognizing a misdiagnosis before it is too late

Doctors in Washington uphold the responsibility of helping their patients to manage unwanted symptoms, maintain their health and regain optimal well-being when they are unwell. One of the ways that they do this is by making diagnoses based on a patient’s symptoms and medical history. A delayed diagnosis, an incorrect diagnosis or ignored symptoms...

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A hospital doesn’t always aid in your health and recovery

For most parents, admitting your child to the hospital may seem unthinkable. But in extreme instances of medical concern, you may have no choice but to leave your child in a doctor’s care.If your child requires surgery or becomes ill and needs medical attention, you may need to admit them to the hospital for...

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Accident motivates father to call for helmet laws

For many of us, there is a point in our young lives when wearing a helmet while bicycling, skateboarding or rollerblading becomes “uncool” according to our peers. Or, even as we age, we might feel more confident in our abilities and decide we can forgo the helmet.There is no way to tell precisely why...

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