As the U.S. returns to a semblance of normalcy not seen since before COVID-19 spread across the country in early 2020, roads and highways have emerged as an increasingly dangerous and deadly place. The latest national statistics show car accident fatalities are on the rise.…
Hundreds of thousands of car crashes happen in North Carolina annually, and fatal collisions are rising. The days after a car accident are often a blur. Your mind will swim as you heal from injuries, navigate insurance claims, wait on vehicle repairs, and figure out…
As thoughts turn to summer vacation and North Carolina road trips, it’s essential to take a moment to think about how to stay safe while driving, especially when traveling around large trucks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently released statistics that estimate fatal…
It’s been a long and challenging road for military service members and their families affected by contaminated water while working and living at Camp Lejeune from the 1950s to the 1980s. Decades later, those who lived or worked on the military base are dealing with…
Camp Lejeune is a U.S. Marine Corps base located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. From 1953 to 1987, the camp’s drinking water was contaminated with toxic chemical compounds such as trichloroethylene (TCE), benzene, perchloroethylene (PCE), vinyl chloride, and others. Estimates place the number of people affected by…
Johnson & Johnson is recalling five Neutrogena and Aveeno aerosol sunscreens after a sample tested positive for a cancer-causing chemical, benzene. According to the recall published by Johnson & Johnson, the sunscreen products impacted are: NEUTROGENA® Beach Defense® aerosol sunscreen NEUTROGENA® Cool Dry Sport aerosol…
The manufacturer of JUUL e-cigarettes agreed to pay $40 million in a settlement to the state of North Carolina for targeting minors with exploitive marketing tactics on social media. Local health departments have reported cases of lung injuries linked to the use of e-cigarettes. In…
A DUI suspect was arrested after a tragic car crash in western Fresno County early Monday morning. The California Highway Patrol responded to the scene along Highway 33 on October 3, 2022. ABC30-TV reported the accident occurred shortly before 3 a.m. just north of the…
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released a policy statement urging pediatricians to take a bigger role in preventing sexual abuse or exploitation of children. “Sexual abuse or exploitation of children is never acceptable,” it reads in part. “Pediatricians and health care professionals should…
On August 11, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022. It allows military veterans to file civil lawsuits against the U.S. Government for harm caused by at least 30 days of exposure to water (including in utero exposure) at…
