Is Your Backyard Pool Hiding an Invisible Electrical Hazard?

Most swimmers never consider electricity when they think about pool safety — but the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that electric shock drowning is a real and deadly hazard in and around pools, spas, and hot tubs. Faulty wiring, aging electrical equipment, and improper grounding near pools can energize the water with alternating […]

CDC: Nerve Damage

CDC

WHAT TO KNOW All about nerve damage Anyone with diabetes can develop nerve damage, but some factors increase your risk: Types of nerve damage‎ There are four main types of nerve damage: peripheral, autonomic, proximal, and focal. It’s possible to have more than one type. Symptoms depend on the type of nerve damage you have […]