Many young boys dream of becoming football players in the NFL, but few have the talent and drive to make it happen like former San Diego Chargers linebacker, Junior Seau. But although his career with the NFL was highly successful, including twelve Pro Bowl appearances, his life after his 2009 retirement was turbulent, plagued with insomnia and depression. In May of 2012, the athlete died of a self inflicted gunshot wound, and it was later
Continue readingAnniversary of I-75 crash reveals improvements and lawsuits
When heavy fog combined with smoke from a nearby forest fire on a Miami highway, officials were quick to close the road. There was no choice, really. Visibility was close to zero making the area a disaster ready to happen. But after a while, things seemed to be clearing and the Florida Highway Patrol reopened the highway. Unfortunately, the smoke and fog came back suddenly, and with traffic moving at near normal speed, the result
Continue readingFamous actress and fiancé involved in scuffle at Miami club
The winter holidays are a time of great celebration for many people. Accordingly it is not uncommon for friends and family to socialize over food and drink. People of all backgrounds, including those who are famous, participate in this tradition. Sometimes the occasions take place at nightclubs and while a majority of the time the gatherings go off without a hitch, under some circumstances problems can arise.
Continue readingTraining important tool in reducing truck accidents
There is no doubt about it, trucks play an important role in commerce throughout the nation, including Florida. They make it possible for individuals throughout the country to get a hold of goods grown and manufactured in other locations. This is something that many undoubtedly take for granted. Of course the heavy reliance on trucks means that there are many on the road. This in turn, means that the odds of motor vehicle accidents involving
Continue readingResearch into repairing damaged spines continues
All too many people throughout the Miami area are living with spinal injuries. These injuries are sustained in a variety of situations including accidents that are due to the negligence of others. The impact these injuries have on the life of the person who is affected vary depending on the portion of the spine that is injured. At times individuals become paraplegics. In more devastating situations an injury can lead to quadriplegia. These are life
Continue readingLarry Miller on the mend after serious fall
At times, it can seem as if celebrities live a charmed life and other times it seems like they are cursed a bit as well. Recently, the actor Larry Miller got a dose of both. Last April the comic fell on a sidewalk and hit the back of his head. The fall resulted in a month long coma where he had to receive life support. The actor’s recovery was far from a sure thing and
Continue readingDrowsy driving can be just as dangerous as DUI
Most Miami drivers understand the danger of drunken driving. Fewer are well-versed in the serious car accident potential of driving while drowsy. A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that between 15 and 33 percent of fatal car crashes involve over-tired, drowsy drivers. Sleep deprivation slows reaction times to dangerous levels. This observation was made by a sleep expert physician from the University of Minnesota. This condition often causes
Continue readingSecretary Clinton is back at work at State
After an illness and a minor concussion, suffered in a fall at her home, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was hospitalized for a dangerous blood clot. Her recent run of bad luck has apparently ended, however. Her brain injury much better, Secretary Clinton returned to her office on Monday, January 7th according to the State Department’s weekly schedule. Although being released from a New York hospital treating her blood clot less than a week ago,
Continue readingCould new helmets protect brains of football players?
Readers of this blog are likely aware of the issues surrounding athletes participating in various sports and concussions. One of the sports that is currently front and center regarding the matter is professional football. Historically players have been allowed to return to the game too soon while their brains are still healing. It has taken a long to even begin to understand the long-term effects of repeated hits to the head. Only now is the
Continue readingSafety chief driving truck strikes sunbather on beach
In many states throughout the nation car accidents take place virtually only on roads. In some states, including Florida, car accidents can occur on beaches as well. This recently occurred in a community outside of Miami. This is not the first time over the past few years that accidents involving vehicles on the beach have happened in Florida. Pickups and other vehicles driven by individuals such as lifeguards are allowed in these spaces. Because other
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