Accidents & Incidents

Head injuries may occur after a car wreck, a hard hit during a pickup basketball game, or a workplace accident. Ideally, you'll seek treatment from an Illinois medical professional to help minimize the short and long-term physical damage such an injury may cause....

Four people died on the afternoon of March 7 when two small planes collided over central Florida. The accident took place at approximately 2:00 p.m. over Lake Hartridge near Winter Haven. The collison is being investigated by the National Transportation Safety Board...

In 2022, the National Football League (NFL) reported an 18% increase in regular season concussions compared to the previous season, according to ESPN. This is a concerning trend highlighting the ongoing issue of traumatic brain injuries in football. Contact sports and...

A preliminary report released by the Nepalese Aircraft Accident Investigation Commission attributes a deadly crash to pilot error. When the ATR-72 aircraft crashed into a gorge in Nepal’s mountainous Pokhara region on Jan. 15, all of the 72 passengers and crew on...

Some medical mishaps in Illinois may have no adverse effects. Other times, they result in severe health problems that can be long-lasting and might even end in death. It happens more often than you'd think Physicians misdiagnosing their patients is still a widespread...

Brain injuries are among the most catastrophic and affect many residents of Illinois. Depending on the severity of the injury, a full recovery may be possible. This is a guide on treatment and the road to recovery. Treatment for brain injuries Treatment for a...

Supply chain shortages are occurring in nearly every industry. Illinois residents have felt the impact at grocery stores, home improvement stores, and car lots. Now, new supply chain disruptions are impacting the medical industry. A shortage of contrast dye is now...

Medical providers encourage their patients to trust them when providing care. However, more than 1 million patients experience injuries caused by medical errors every year. Some of these errors qualify as medical malpractice and could be prosecuted as such in an...

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is classified according to its cause and level of severity. The injury may include signs of cuts or bruising along with symptoms of headaches, depression or fatigue. There are different methods that doctors in Illinois use to diagnose...

There are many different circumstances that could lead to Illinois residents suffering traumatic brain injuries. Falls, high-combat spots and vehicle accidents are among the leading causes. These are some facts about moderate to severe forms of this catastrophic...