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What are some challenges of skin graft treatment?

March 24, 2022

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The impact of a serious automobile accident could seriously burn, tear or otherwise severely damage part of your skin. If it is not possible for your skin to heal, your doctors may inform you that you need skin grafting to try to restore the ravaged area of your body. Skin grafting involves taking a healthy […]

Are elderly drivers a danger on the road?

March 17, 2022

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The number of older drivers in the U.S. has increased substantially over the past 20 years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were 45 million licensed drivers over the age of 65 in 2018, a 60% increase since 2000. The CDC also reports that drivers over the age of 70 have […]

How Long Does It Take for Broken Bones to Heal?

February 24, 2022

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Most broken bones take between six weeks and several months to heal, but that range tells only part of the story. The actual timeline depends on which bone broke, how severely it broke, your age and overall health, and whether you received proper treatment from the start. Here's what surprises most people: getting the cast […]

How can you work safely with mobile ladder stands?

January 24, 2022

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Mobile ladder stands are common in many working environments, including warehouses and manufacturing facilities. While convenient, proper ladder safety is crucial to preventing accidents and keeping staff members safe. Safe usage of work equipment is everyone's responsibility, but managerial staff must ensure their team is using the best practices. Here are a few tips to keep in […]

Can a TBI Change Your Personality?

November 23, 2021

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Yes. A traumatic brain injury can change your personality, and it often does. The behavior changes can be subtle or dramatic, temporary or permanent, and they frequently surprise both the survivor and everyone around them. This is the part of TBI recovery that doctors sometimes mention briefly and families aren't prepared for at all. The […]

What Is the Difference Between Chronic and Acute Injuries?

October 22, 2021

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The difference between chronic and acute injuries comes down to how they start. Acute injuries happen suddenly, from a single traumatic event. Chronic injuries develop gradually over time, from repeated stress, overuse, or an acute injury that never healed properly. That distinction matters more than most people realize when you've been hurt in an accident. […]

What Is a Crush Injury?

October 8, 2021

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A crush injury happens when a body part is compressed between two heavy objects or under significant force. The damage goes far beyond what's visible on the surface. Muscle, bone, nerves, and blood vessels can all be destroyed at once, and the internal consequences can be life-threatening even when the external wound looks manageable. Here's […]

What Happens When You Fracture Your Skull?

September 30, 2021

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A skull fracture is a break in one or more of the bones that protect your brain. Some fractures heal on their own with rest and monitoring. Others require emergency surgery and can result in permanent brain damage, long-term disability, or death. Most people don't realize how serious a skull fracture can be until they're […]

What Is The Treatment for Traumatic Brain Injury?

August 4, 2021

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Treatment for traumatic brain injury depends on how severe the injury is. Mild traumatic brain injuries may require rest and monitoring. Severe TBIs can require emergency surgery, weeks in intensive care, and years of rehabilitation. Here's what most people don't know when they're sitting in a hospital waiting room: the medical bills that come with […]

John M. McCabe Elected President of State Nonprofit

June 11, 2021

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The Law Offices of John M. McCabe, P.A., is pleased to announce that attorney John M. McCabe has been elected president of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ), our state's nonprofit, nonpartisan association for trial lawyers. Members of the NCAJ are courtroom advocates who work together to fight for fair laws and equal justice. The organization […]

What Are The Most Dangerous Jobs in America?

April 14, 2021

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Construction, logging, fishing, roofing, and truck driving consistently rank as the most dangerous jobs in America. Workers in these industries face a higher risk of serious on-the-job injuries and death than almost any other profession in the United States. Most people don't think about job site danger until something goes wrong. Then the reality hits […]

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