Who’s at risk of having a baby with cerebral palsy?
Cerebral palsy is a brain injury or brain malformation that occurs while the brain is developing – before, during or after birth. Most soon-to-be parents do not expect their baby to be born with cerebral palsy — a paralyzing condition that can result in a lifetime of disabilities for a baby. However, virtually any parent […]
Can cooling a newborn reduce infant brain damage?
Giving birth to a baby who has suffered a severe brain injury is a bittersweet experience. On one hand, here is your beautiful child you’ve waited nine months to meet. You love him or her unconditionally. On the other hand, you’re tearful and sad because you realize the hard road that lies ahead for your […]
Impacts of spinal cord injuries can be devastating
Many people go through life without thinking about how things might change if they suffer a catastrophic injury. These individuals often face a difficult journey after such an injury. This can be a challenge that takes trial and error to determine what works best. Spinal cord injuries impact people in different ways. Sometimes, people are […]
What you need to know about neonatal whole body cooling
Neonatal whole body cooling sounds like a horrifying treatment, but it’s one that can help save a child’s life and protect his or her brain. The treatment is used on infants who experience hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy at birth. The goal is to slow the metabolism and reduce the risk of disability and death for the […]
3 ways to prevent birth injuries from affecting your child
Birth injuries are a significant problem in the United States despite the rate of maternal and birth injuries decreasing. If even one case of a child suffering an injury could be avoided, everyone involved should want to do all they can to make this happen. Still, they do occur, and they’re a result of poor […]
Common medical errors that could harm patients
There are a number of mistakes that medical professionals in Iowa might make that could be harmful to patients. For example, there could be errors in dosing, prescribing or filling medications. Some patients may get infections from medical professionals who do not wash their hands as frequently as they should despite using latex gloves. Infections […]
It’s important to understand why dogs bite
Like most people, there’s a good chance you have a soft spot in your heart for dogs (and many other types of animals). Unfortunately, man’s best friend is not always as friendly as you expect. And this is why dog bites happen. Big or small, young or old, there is no way of knowing if […]
Small cars have much higher crash risks
Small cars are popular in Iowa because of their superior gas mileage. People who are thinking about buying small cars might want to consider more than just that, however. Safety considerations are also important because smaller vehicles present much higher risks of injuries and fatalities than do larger, heavier vehicles. Since small cars weigh a […]
Driving at night
While driving at any time can be dangerous, the number of people who die from motor vehicle accidents that occur at night are three times the number of fatalities that result from accidents during the day. Iowa motorists who routinely drive at night may benefit from learning about the challenges nighttime drivers face and how […]
Challenges for driving during the fall
Iowa motorists might like to know the particular dangers that the fall season brings while on the road. Shorter days and unpredictable weather are two challenges of fall driving. When heading to or from work, there may be more traffic and pedestrians since school is back in session. Drivers should watch for kids walking to […]