Cruise Ship Passengers Falling Overboard On the Rise
Since 2000, 284 people have fallen off cruise ships. This averages around 1.5 people per month. Yet, cruise ships paint a safe and happy picture when it comes to taking a cruise. No one is discussing the rising rates of cruise ship passengers falling overboard and lack of rescue efforts. About Falling Overboard In 2010
Read MoreRise of Construction Accidents
Construction workers have one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S. According to reports, they have a 75% higher chance of a serious injury than other careers. Since 2014, construction accidents have been on the rise. However, it is important to know that help is available. Common Construction Accidents According to the National Safety Council there
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New Study Uncovers Multiple Gadolinium Retention Symptoms
The Journal of Nephrology and Hypertension has published a new study concerning gadolinium-based contrast agents. Researchers were shocked to discover the large amounts of gadolinium retention symptoms that plagued those in the study. Contrary to the current medical opinion, these symptoms happen regardless of kidney function. About Gadolinium Gadolinium is a chemical element carrying the
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Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Filed Against Family Court Judge
A court attorney and secretary have filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against a New York County Family Court Judge. Both claim the judge harassed them and seek a jury trial. About Sexual Harassment Federal law prohibits sexual harassment through Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This applies to employers that have 15
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Mesothelioma Diagnoses on the Rise
According to the International Agency for Research on Cancer, mesothelioma diagnoses are on the rise. This year alone, doctors diagnosed over 30,000 people with mesothelioma. Nearly all people with this type of cancer will succumb to the disease. However, experts predict these numbers are on the rise. About Mesothelioma There are different forms of mesothelioma. The most
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Military Veteran: Tinnitus May Be 3M's Fault
Many veterans are shocked to learn that their tinnitus may have been caused by defective 3M Dual-Ended Combat Arms Earplugs earplugs worn during active service. These earplugs were standard issue from 2003-2015. About Tinnitus Tinnitus is intermittent or continuous ringing, hissing, roaring, buzzing or clicking in the ears. This disturbance can vary in volume levels.
Read MoreFlorida Caretaker Abuses Alzheimer's Patient
An Alzheimer’s patient’s family have accused a Florida caretaker of abuse at the Royal Palm Retirement Center in Port Charlotte. The facility never reported the injury until the patient’s family had to file a police report. About Elder Physical Abuse Unfortunately, physical abuse of an elder is more common than most people would think as
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3M Defective Earplugs Cause Military Hearing Loss
A courageous whistleblower has come forward saying 3M knowingly sold defective earplugs that caused hearing loss to hundreds of thousands of military personnel. Instead of denying it, the company agreed to pay $9.1 million to resolve the allegations. These allegations are that it knowingly sold the dual-ended Combat Arms Earplugs, Version 2 (CAEv2) to the
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Florida Teacher Sexual Abuse Receives Only 3 Year Sentence
A former Florida middle school teacher received only three years in jail as community service for having sex with her 14-year-old student. However, the boy will face a lifetime of pain and suffering from her teacher sexual abuse. About Sexual Abuse Sexual abuse is devastating. This is especially true when abusers take the form of a
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SEC Program Yields Highest Whistleblower Rewards
The Securities and Exchange Commission this fiscal year received the largest number of tips from whistleblowers and also paid the largest rewards in recent history. The organization established the program in 2011 as part of the 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act. This year it has awarded more than $168 million to
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