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Auto accidents can be very stressful and overwhelming, but it is important to remain calm and take the necessary steps to ensure your safety and well-being. The first thing to do after an auto accident is to check for injuries and call for medical assistance if needed. If you are not seriously injured, it is important to exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver, take pictures of the scene and gather any witness statements. Contacting the police to file an accident report can also be beneficial, as it can help with insurance claims and legal issues. Even if …

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Understanding Hip Dysplasia Often times associated with dogs, hip dysplasia affects 3-5% of the population. Most people who have the condition typically are born with it, which makes it important for people to be aware of what it is and how it is diagnosed and treated. Another important aspect of hip dysplasia is that it typically runs in families and affects girls more often. Births where babies are born from the breech position, and when babies are swaddled too tightly on their lower body, can also increase the likelihood of a child developing the condition. What is Hip Dysplasia Hip …

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What You Need to Know About Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) Why Disc-Related Back Pain Needs Immediate Treatment There are different types of back pain. Some is caused by pain in muscles and tendons, and some in the joints. Sometimes internal organs are malfunctioning, leading to mysterious pain in the back. Even a skin allergy can make your back sore. But perhaps one of the most serious of back injuries are spinal disc problems that need herniated disk treatment. A bulging disk is a serious condition that can’t be ignored. What’s a Herniated or Slipped Disk? Your back consists of several …

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