When a woman is pregnant, the umbilical cord is what connects the mother to the developing fetus, acting as a lifeline for the child. It allows the supply of nourishment and oxygen for necessary development. Unfortunately, one in every 300 births involves an umbilical cord prolapse (UCP). An umbilical cord prolapse occurs when part of...
CONTINUE READINGThe attorneys and staff at The Yost Legal Group wish you and your family a happy and safe Thanksgiving! Please remember that Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel periods of the year. People throughout Maryland will be anxious to arrive at their destinations, and this can often lead to impatient and aggressive driving. Please...
CONTINUE READINGThis year marks the 30th anniversary of the MADD “Tie One On for Safety” campaign. This public awareness campaign focuses on the importance of preventing drunk driving during the holiday season. Thousands of innocent lives are tragically lost every year due to drunk drivers. Sadly, the holiday season is no exception. The rate of impaired...
CONTINUE READINGVeterans Day is an important time to reflect on the incredible sacrifices that our men and women in uniform have made to defend our freedoms. At The Yost Legal Group, we deeply appreciate your bravery, dedication and commitment. Please join us today in showing your respect to the veterans who have served this great nation. The...
CONTINUE READINGNow that fall is in full swing, the sunsets come earlier and the nights are longer. That means that it is almost inevitable for us to feel sleepier earlier in the day, and that can be a dangerous combination when paired with driving. Sunday, November 6th is the start of Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, a...
CONTINUE READINGHalloween is just around the corner. Statistics show that Halloween is one of the most dangerous times of the year for young pedestrians. Maryland drivers should be ready to take special precautions on the road this year to ensure that everyone can enjoy the holiday safely. Children traveling in groups with their friends on Halloween...
CONTINUE READINGStryker Corporation is one of the leading manufacturers of metal hip implant devices. In the past, defective Stryker metal hip implants have caused serious injuries and adverse reactions in thousands of patients. In some cases, patients have even required revision surgery in order to remove and replace the defective Stryker hip implant parts. Stryker recently...
CONTINUE READINGValeant Pharmaceuticals has increased the price of a drug used to treat lead poisoning known as Calcium EDTA by more than 2,700% since 2014. Doctors have depended on Calcium EDTA for decades to treat cases of severe lead poisoning. Doctors, medical professionals and poison control specialists are alarmed about this price increase. The greed of...
CONTINUE READINGThere are over 14 million colonoscopies performed annually. This can be a life-saving procedure for many individuals. Colonoscopy exams allow doctors to go inside the large intestine and the colon with flexible tubing attached to a small video recorder. The purpose is usually to use the video image from the recorder to identify polyps, ulcers,...
CONTINUE READINGAccording to the most recent data from the National Center for Health Statistics, traffic accidents are the leading cause of death of young people between the ages of 15-19. It is extremely important to speak with young people in our community about the importance of practicing safe driving behavior at all times, and National Teen...
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