Grief counselors were available to students and faculty of a Kentucky middle school after a seventh-grade student died in a truck accident. A flatbed truck reportedly crashed into the pickup in which he was a passenger after it crossed the center line. His father, who...
Year: 2019
About 20% of serious medical conditions misdiagnosed
No one knows your body like you, so chances are, it is easy for you to tell when something is amiss. It may not be so easy, however, to identify the cause of your symptoms, which is why most people facing these circumstances schedule a visit with their physicians....
Understanding the Glasgow Coma Scale
The mere mention of a traumatic brain injury is often enough to make the family and friends of those in Louisville who may have suffered them cringe. Such injuries can drastically alter one’s quality of life, leaving them to face everything from simple cognitive...
What do I need to know about divorce and special-needs?
Thousands of marriages in the state of Kentucky will eventually end in divorce. Many of these divorces will involve children. While working around children is difficult even in the most amicable of divorces, dealing with a child who has special needs can make the...
How can I deal with loneliness during the holidays?
Holiday loneliness is a problem for many people. This is especially true for people who are recently divorced. In this case, it may be a person's first holiday alone, which can add to the sadness and depression they already feel. While this is no doubt a difficult...
Facial injuries from a car crash may change your life forever
Your face is an important part of you. After all, when you meet new people, engage with your partner or comb your hair, your face takes center stage. Unfortunately, if you sustain a facial injury in an automobile collision, your life may never be the same again. In...
3 steps to take after a dog bite
During the crisp autumn months, you may love to leave home for an evening walk or a morning jog. While you must contend with traffic and other pedestrians, you may not worry much about your personal safety. Of course, if you encounter an untrained dog, you may sustain...
Drunk driving risks in Kentucky
Most people in Kentucky are aware that driving after drinking too much is not wise, yet sadly many residents still do this. Despite a plethora of public awareness and educational campaigns and strong laws, there continue to be a rash of senseless accidents caused by...
Is paid family leave in the future for the U.S.?
Finding out you are pregnant can be a wonderful thing for your family. It is a joyous time where you get to plan to bring a new life into this world. However, if you work, you may start to worry about your finances as it nears time to deliver your baby. Unless your...
How does the civil court system work?
The legal system in the U.S. has two parts. There is a criminal part and the civil part. You probably understand the criminal justice system because it handles crimes, including misdemeanors and felonies. Things such as a traffic ticket also fall into the Kentucky...
