A trip to Hawaii gives visitors a chance at new experiences. Unfortunately, some of these new things can lead to harm, including shallow-dive and wave-related injuries. Shallow-dive injuries According to PubMed Central, diving into shallow water accounts for 3% of all...
Personal Injury
Understanding the Rise of E-Scooter Accidents
E-scooters have soared in popularity on city streets in recent years, partly due to the convenience that comes with small, motorized transport. But with that convenience comes the need for heightened awareness from both scooter and motor vehicle operators, especially...
4 Steps to Take If You Are Hurt While on Vacation
No one includes plans for injury on their vacation itineraries, but unfortunately, accidents can occur anywhere, even on your trip. A serious injury while on vacation may lead to transportation difficulties, issues with accessing care and steep medical expenses. If...
Common Causes of Depression After a Brain Injury
It is very common for people to experience depression following a traumatic brain injury. According to the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center, depression affects approximately two-thirds of all brain injury patients within seven years of the injury, with...
Do Life Jackets Expire?
Before you head into the ocean for a boat ride or an adventure on a jet ski or kayak, you must be certain you are wearing a size-appropriate life jacket. After all, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 4,000 Americans die in...
3 Common Hazards to Watch for in a Vacation Rental
Hawaii is a wonderful place to spend a vacation with your family, but your choice of a rental home can make or break the trip. Not only are location and amenities important, but safety is paramount too. One disastrous vacation injury can throw your entire getaway into...
What Should You Know About Dooring?
When cyclists and drivers have to interact on the road, it can often end up poorly for the cyclists. Even a parked car could potentially cause trouble for bicycles. Dooring - a phenomenon that involves a driver opening their door into the path of a cyclist - serves as...
How Do Traumatic Brain Injuries Manifest?
After suffering from a blow to the head, it is entirely possible to deal with a brain injury in the aftermath. Depending on the strength and severity of the blow itself, the injury can manifest in traumatic ways. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can impact the human...
3 Potential Spinal Cord Injury Complications
After spinal cord injuries, many focus their attention on the resulting paralysis. Along with the potential loss of feeling and movement, those with spinal trauma also face potentially serious secondary complications. Understanding the possible complications may help...
Vacation Injury in Hawaii: Essential Safety Tips to Prevent Accidents
Tourists never plan on sustaining an injury while on vacation in Hawaii. Knowing how to proceed in these situations may improve personal and financial recovery. Be aware of frequent tourist injuries Vacation is a time filled with activity and adventure. It also means...