Distracted driving increasingly becoming a problem
For many Iowa drivers, being able to listen to music, use navigation systems and make phone calls or texts while they are on the road can make driving more bearable. However, built-in infotainment systems and smartphone use can also make driving far more dangerous. In fact, many believe that distracted driving was a factor in […]
Drunk driving, fireworks make July 4th a deadly holiday
Iowa residents will want to know what risks to look out for on the Fourth of July so that they can celebrate the holiday safely and responsibly. Esurance and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety both state that July 4th is the single worst day for fatal car crashes, so drivers should be extra careful. […]
Drugged driving and the limitations of drug testing
Though alcohol-impaired driving saw a slight decline between 2006 and 2016, that same time period has seen a 16 percent increase in fatally injured drugged drivers. This is according to a new report that Iowa residents should know more about. The study, which was conducted by the Governors Highway Safety Association, found that 44 percent […]
12 reasons dogs bite
Dogs typically bite for a reason. It may feel like it happens suddenly and without warning, but that could be because the reason was not obvious to a person, even if it was to the dog. For instance, many young children suffer bites to the face and/or neck because they assume that a dog enjoys […]
Development in the treatment for pancreatic cancer
Iowa residents who are suffering from pancreatic cancer may be interested to know that if their cancer does not spread to other parts of their body, they are more likely to live longer while maintaining a four-drug regimen than taking a single cancer medication. This is according to researchers who presented their findings at an […]
FMCSA analyzes 2016 data on Fatal truck crashes
The number of fatal crashes involving large trucks and passenger vehicles appears to be on the rise. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has just released a data drill-down report on the fatal large-truck crashes that occurred in 2016, finding a 3 percent increase from the year before. Drivers in Iowa will want to know […]
Despite being treatable, broken bones present serious challenges
In the wake of a serious motor vehicle accident, you may feel lucky to only have relatively minor injuries. If you didn’t hurt your head or spine, that can be a positive outcome in a major crash. Broken bones, after all, typically only require a cast, rest and some physical therapy for rehabilitation. Even severely […]
Tesla CEO criticizes media’s focus on self-driving car crash
Self-driving cars have recently seen a wave of accidents, so residents of Iowa who are wary about them may be wondering how the makers of self-driving technology are responding. In the case of one accident that occurred in May, the response is disconcerting. In this case, a Utah driver crashed her Tesla Model S into […]
LASIK surgery can come with risks
For some West Des Moines patients considering LASIK or other refractive surgery, they may wonder about the risks and complications that could accompany the procedure intended to improve their eyesight. It can be important to be aware of the potential risks before deciding to move forward with the procedure. Of course, while some risks may […]
Serious surgical mistakes are more common than you think
Physicians and medical doctors hold a position of respect in our culture. It takes many years to complete medical school and the required residency, and these professionals usually have impressive skills to go along with that education. Surgeons, in general, are often venerated as incredibly gifted and intelligent. That may be true, but it doesn’t […]