Foodborne contaminants are a common form of preventable illness in the United States today. Annually, 48 millions Americans are sickened from a pathogen contained in something they ate. That is nearly 20%, or 1 out of every 6 citizens. There are 128,000 hospitalizations due to food-related pathogens each year. 3,000 persons in the U.S. die […]
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Healthcare and Social Media [Infographic]
Social media remains a staying power in connecting people with businesses. As businesses invest in their clients by sharing experiences and knowledge via social media, clients learn to trust and depend on businesses. One of the most recent venues to enter the social media sphere is medical professionals. The healthcare field is reaping the rewards […]
Ignoring Heart Disease Won’t Lower Your Risk
Heart Disease is the number one cause of death in America. Each day an average of 2,200 people die from heart disease, while 56% of adults have been told by a health care professional to improve their health to lower their risk. Unfortunately, the vast majority of Americans are just not motivated to do anything […]
How the World Slept
Alcohol Facts [Infographic]
Many people are addicted to alcohol; however, the amount of people that actually receive treatment for alcoholism is not high. Oftentimes, an individual seeks alcohol treatment only after there are physical consequences. Learn the signs of alcohol abuse, addiction, withdrawal symptoms and how alcohol can negatively affect your life.
Killer Sunshine
While a little dose of golden rays is good for you, most people take that to an extreme, and the impacts of long-term tanning can be more deadly than they realize. The following infographic looks into the causes and effects of the rising skin cancer rates, and it might make you think twice before skipping […]
The Best and Worst Cities for Your Skin
A Breakdown of electronic Cigarettes
An electronic cigarette, or e-cigarette, is an electrical device that simulates the act of tobacco smoking by producing an inhaled mist bearing the physical sensation, apperance, and often the flavor and nicotine content of inhaled tobacco smoke; though without its odor, it is intended to omit the related health risks.
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The Facts About Mesothelioma
Mesothelioma, a rare form of cancer, is contracted through asbestos exposure. While asbestos is no longer used to manufacture products in the US, it is still being imported and used. The Simmons Firm is dedicated to eradicating mesothelioma and we feel it is important for people to know the facts about asbestos and the risk […]