Lawn Mower Safety Tips This Summer*
Lawn Mower Safety Tips This Summer*
In 2006, 100,000 people were injured in lawn mower accidents. As the summer progresses, the incidence of lawn mower accidents increases, often resulting in the loss of fingers and/or toes, eye damage, or even death. Experts agree that the most effective means of injury prevention rest in the proper utilization of protective goggles, gloves, long pants, and boots.
The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons reported that the majority of injuries occurred in adults age 25-64 and children under the age of 5. Further, 22% of injuries affected the wrist/hand area while 14% affected the foot, ankle, and toes. Medical professionals have proposed the following safety guidelines:
• Never mow barefoot or in sandals
• Service your lawnmower before the start of the season to ensure proper functioning
• Refuel your lawnmower before starting the engine and not while the motor is running
• Keep hands and feet at a safe distance from the mower blade even when engine is off
If you have sustained severe injury from a lawn mower accident, you may be a candidate for
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Unfortunately, the
Social Security Administration denies most applicants for disability benefits. Nevertheless, speaking with an experienced
Social Security Disability advocate can increase your chances of obtaining benefits. In fact, some
Social Security help centers boast success rates that exceed 95%.
*Source: The American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons, CNN
posted by powerwave90 @ Monday, June 30, 2008 12:11 PM
New Study Shows Minimal Benefit from Aggressive Diabetes Treatment*
New Study Shows Minimal Benefit from Aggressive Diabetes Treatment*
Statistics show that heart disease is responsible for the death of two-thirds of diabetics. In response to these disconcerting reports, some experts have proposed aggressive diabetes treatments to prevent the future incidence of heart problems. However, a recent study released by Australian researchers concludes that this new method of “aggressive” treatment does not forestall cardiovascular pathologies any better than standard methods for lowering blood sugar levels.
The Australian study, which compared the two treatments on thousands of participants, detected no cardiovascular benefit that would warrant the aggressive treatment of Type-2 Diabetes, that is, the number of strokes and heart attacks remained the same between the two study groups. Nevertheless, the study did report that aggressively treating diabetes resulted in a one-fifth reduction of kidney problems, a frequent complication for diabetics.
Diabetes refers to the body’s inability to monitor blood sugar (glucose) levels properly and over 21 million Americans suffer from this debilitating condition. High blood sugar levels put undue stress on the heart and can cause severe fatigue and damage to blood vessels throughout the body. Diabetes may hinder your ability to maintain a steady job and therefore detract from quality of life. Applying for Social Security Disability can provide you and your family with federal assistance to alleviate medical bills and lost wages. You can submit an application for Social Security Disability by contacting your local Social Security Office, but it should be noted that over 80% of applicants are denied benefits at the initial level. By consulting with a Social Security Disability Advocate, you can learn whether you qualify for benefits and how to present your claim in the most favorable manner.
*Source: CNN Health
posted by powerwave90 @ Wednesday, June 25, 2008 7:21 AM