Immunotherapy is a developing form of cancer treatment, so its effect on patients can be hit-or-miss. Though its side effects are mild compared to those of chemotherapy, they are hard to diagnose correctly when they arise. Some side effects can be serious, so Iowa...
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Month: February 2018
Bile duct trauma and gallbladder surgery
People in Iowa who undergo gallbladder surgery may also sustain bile duct injuries during the procedure. According to some estimates, 1 percent of laparoscopic cholecystectomies, or gallbladder surgeries, result in trauma to the bile duct, which then causes a bile...
Bicycle commuters can follow many safety tips
At some point, you may realize that commuting to and from work on a bicycle makes the most sense. Not only can this save you time, but it can help you keep a few dollars in your bank account, and let you feel good knowing you're contributing in a positive way to...
AAA study highlights the dangers of drowsy driving
Government figures indicate that drowsy driving causes between 1 and 2 percent of the motor vehicle accidents in Iowa and throughout the U.S. However, a recent study from the American Automobile Association suggests that the true figure could be much higher....
Distracted driving is a major roadway threat
Iowa drivers have good reason to be worried about the threat posed by distracted drivers on the roadways. Smartphones and text communication have become ubiquitous, and with that popularity has come a wide rage of easy distractions that can divert drivers' eyes and...
Causes of pedestrian accidents: Things you need to know
Even if you don't walk often, you're probably a pedestrian more often than you realize. For example, you are considered a pedestrian as you walk from your vehicle into the grocery store or your place of business. With this in mind, you need to understand the most...
The symptoms for the flu and flesh-eating bacteria are similar
Some people in Iowa might have heard of flesh-eating bacteria, but they may not be aware that the symptoms indicating its presence could be confused with the flu. This happened to an Arizona woman who visited her doctor complaining of pain under her arm and flu-like...