Recreational Marijuana Use and Driving
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has indicated he wants state lawmakers to pass legislation legalizing recreational marijuana use by the end of the year. He
Mental Health Issues May Contribute to Risky Driving in Teens
A study recently published in the medical publication Nursing Research suggests certain mental health conditions contribute to risky and potentially dangerous driving behaviors among teen
Sepsis Medical Malpractice Claims
Patients entering a hospital for treatment rarely expect to develop additional medical complications resulting from their hospital stay. However, for individuals who develop sepsis while
Brachial Plexus Birth Injury May Increase Mental Health Issues in Teen Years
Even the most prepared expecting parents sometimes find that childbirth does not always go according to plan. The baby’s size or position of the mother’s
Movie Theater Injury
A South Jersey man had a surprise ending on a recent trip to the movies when the chair he was sitting in collapsed without warning.
Diagnostic Wait Time Impacts Patients’ Risk of Cancer
New research shows that after a positive cancer screening result, it is important for patients to seek further testing as soon as possible to increase
Bicycle Safety
Over the past few decades, the sport of bicycling has grown exponentially. Now that warm weather is finally here, cyclists are everywhere. As the number
Metal Hip Implant Issues
Thousands of Americans undergo hip replacement surgery each year. While many hip replacement surgeries involve the use of ceramic or plastic replacement parts, metal on
Memorial Day Grill Safety
Millions of American families celebrate the unofficial start of summer with Memorial Day picnics and barbeques. Keeping safe while using barbeque equipment, including gas and
Doctors Arrested for Excessive Opioid Prescriptions
In March, two Pennsylvania doctors were arrested for the excessive prescription of opioid painkillers and other medications. A Philadelphia psychiatrist admitted to prescribing an estimated
Motorcycle Safety Tips
For many people, motorcycles symbolize freedom and independence. But they do come with added risks. Without the protection of a steel outer structure and air
Power Washer Safety
As spring returns, homeowners are ready to venture back outside and clean-up their home and yard after the long winter. Power washing is one of
