Many expectant mothers prefer the idea of having their baby at a birth center (sometimes called birthing centers). The number of these centers and the number of people using them has increased in the past decade. In addition to having a more comfortable atmosphere...
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Do runaway truck lanes save lives?
If you are a frequent driver on the highways into and out of Pittsburgh, you probably have noticed offshoots of loose gravel roads jutting off of the main highway on steep roads. These are known as runaway truck lanes. Their purpose is to gradually slow the...
Will relaxed hours of service cause more truck accidents?
The link between fatigue and truck accidents was established a long time ago, which is why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration instituted rules requiring truck drivers to take mandatory rest periods and not drive more than a certain number of hours per...
Will your kids be trick-or-treating this Halloween?
This year, traditions like haunted houses and bobbing for apples may be off the calendar for you and your children. However, plenty of families are still putting on masks and heading out for trick-or-treating. Here in Pittsburgh, trick-or-treat hours in all...
What does sleep apnea have to do with truck accidents?
Most Pittsburgh residents wouldn’t be surprised to hear that truck drivers, particularly long-haul drivers, are sleep deprived. After all, they spend hours on the road needing to remain vigilant and attentive while keeping control over a vehicle that weighs up to...
How common are facial nerve injuries in infants?
It's hard to imagine a baby going through serious surgeries or treatments because of errors made while they were in the womb or during the birthing process. Sadly, however, many children are injured and do end up having serious birth injuries. Of the injuries that can...
This late term pregnancy complication could cause serious harm
Like so many others across the country, most Pennsylvania mothers think they are out of the woods after the first trimester, which is undoubtedly a crucial time. However, as the pregnancy progresses, other issues could arise that put the mother and baby in harm’s way....
How to avoid drowsy driving
With fewer hours of daylight as we move through autumn, more drivers find themselves commuting to and from work in partial or total darkness. That can make it even more challenging to stay awake and alert. If you're visiting our blog because you've already been...
More caffeine means more alert truck drivers, doesn’t it?
It may not seem unusual to have an extra cup of coffee or two when you are tired and know you are going to have a long day. You probably try not to make a habit of it, however, since you know that too much caffeine could do more harm than good. However, not everyone...
Are you familiar with these forms of medical malpractice?
It’s easy to put all your trust in your medical team, as you rely on these professionals to provide you with top of the line care when you need it the most. Unfortunately, there are times when they don’t live up to expectations, which, in turn, affects your health and...