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The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that nearly 1 million U.S. employees suffer from work-related back injury on any given day. One of the most common types of back injuries are strains. As the name suggests, a strain occurs when a particular muscle or tendon is stretched beyond its normal range. The result is a painful condition that's characterized by inflammation and limited mobility.Strains vs Sprains: What's The Difference?Many people confuse these two terms with one another. Whi …

Acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) is one of the most widely used pain relievers in the world. Millions of people take it on a daily basis for the temporary relief of pain. However, a recent study performed by researchers with the JAMA Pediatrics Centers reveals a disturbing link between acetaminophen use by pregnant women and increased rates of ADHD in newborns.The study analyzed vast amounts of data from 64,000 mothers and their children in the Danish National Birth Study program …

Earlier this month, the U.S.federal government announced measures to require automobile-to-automobile safety technology in all new cars and trucks. While certain make and model vehicles on the market already have this technology, this announcement is a major development in automobile safety, as ALL new cars and trucks must feature it. So, how will this affect the automobile industry?The new technology is designed to reduce the amount of automobile-related injuries and accidents by sensing other …

With the official start of spring less than a month away, more and more people are going outside to enjoy the warm, sunny weather. And there's no better to way to kick off the spring season than with a good old fashioned grill out. It allows you to soak in the sun while cooking some of your favorite food. Before you go lighting your gas grill, however, there are a few things you should know.Are Gas Grills Safe To Use?According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), approximately 30 pe …

With severe winter storms rolling throughout the country, hospitals are reporting a spike in the number of injuries caused by falling ice. A piece of ice falling from the roof of a one-story home might leave you with a slight headache, but that same piece of ice falling from 1,500 feet up in the air can create serious, potentially life-threatening injuries.Injuries caused by falling ice typically don't occur at the 'peak' of a winter storm. Instead, they happen several days later as the ice begi …