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Are Playgrounds Too Dangerous Or Too Boring?

January 4, 2012

While playgrounds for kids today may be designed with a child’s safety as the first priority, new research shows that these “play safe” designs may be leading to a generation of bored, inactive kids. According to an article released today by WTHR 13 News, research from a study done at the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center shows there is a desperate need to balance safety concerns with vigorous and stimulating play.

Data was collected from more than 100 childcare providers and focus groups in different areas and income levels surrounding the city over several years. Three main problems were determined to be contributing to blocking children from getting the exercise they need:

  1. State licensing codes and financial constraints that restrict equipment choices
  2. Injury concerns
  3. Pressure to put classroom learning as a priority above playtime

Researchers added that children are proven to concentrate and learn better after brief periods of vigorous activity.

Opponents to the findings say that researchers failed to take into consideration the number and types of injuries that can occur on the playground. Angela Mickalide, director of research and programs for Safe Kids Worldwide, said that nearly 220,000 children visited Emergency Room facilities in 2009 with playground equipment-related injuries. The most dangerous equipment seemed to be older slides with steep grades and climbers between 8 and 10 feet high.

The Indiana personal injury attorneys with Stewart and Stewart Injury Lawyers would like to know what you think about this debate. Do kids need a heightened challenge during playtime or are playgrounds dangerous enough already? Tell us what you think by posting to our Facebook page.

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New Study Finds Xarelto Could Save Heart Attack Survivors

November 16, 2011

A new blood thinning drug, Xarelto, is said to improve a heart attack patient’s chances of suffering from another heart related problem and could prevent death. According to Channel 13 News, the drug could become the gold standard of treatment for millions of Americans who suffer form heart-related conditions each year, despite the drug being known to cause severe bleeding.

A large scale study of more than 15,000 patients around the world found that users of the drug, which is manufactured by Johnson & Johnson, who had suffered heart attacks or had severe chest pain caused by a heart related problem were less likely to suffer or die from another heart related event if they took the drug in combination with standard anti-clotting medications. The results were reported Sunday at the American Heart Association conference.

They were met with serious concerns by some who saw the presentation because of the drug’s connection with bleeding that can potentially cause death. Other side effects include numbness and tingling in the limbs, vomiting and/or coughing blood, blood in urine or feces, headaches, swelling, and fluid buildup. Doctors also say the risk of stroke goes up in patients once they stop taking the drug.

The Indiana Drug Injury Lawyers at Stewart and Stewart suggest contacting an attorney immediately if you experience any problems while taking any medication. Their experienced team can be reached simply by filling out a free online consultation form.

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