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While there are a variety of places throughout the state of Pennsylvania from which to purchase groceries, Trader Joe's is a favorite of many. Beyond the usually healthy food selection, many enjoy shopping surrounded by the kitschy island decor. Unfortunately, a grocery shopping trip to a Trader Joe's ended badly for one Pennsylvania couple last year.

The husband and wife were in the process of exiting a Trader Joe's when the woman tripped and fell. At the time of the incident she was pushing a cart full of the groceries they had just purchased. A wheel on the cart reportedly became stuck near the sliding door in one of several holes where concrete was missing.

Amusement rides are a favorite of many Pittsburgh area residents, young and old alike. Found in a variety of settings, including travelling carnivals, malls and amusement parks, children in particular look forward to the opportunity to ride on the various attractions. Not all rides end well however and at times, children end up in hospitals for treatment of injuries suffered during rides.

Recently, a study was released regarding the matter. It looked at injuries children suffered due to these rides over a 20 year period beginning in 1990. Over that period of time, a total of 92,885 individuals 17-years-old or younger, sought medical assistance for such injuries at an emergency room. The part of the body most commonly injured in these situations was the head and neck.

Concussions affect Pittsburgh area residents of all ages each and every day. The way in which the injury is suffered, varies but can occur under many different circumstances. Among other things these circumstances include car accidents, sports incidents and even just trip and falls. Whatever the reason for the brain injury, it is important to seek proper medical assistance to address the condition.

Now Pittsburgh area residents will be able to take advantage of a new clinic designed to address this very injury. Located in Pine, the clinic is run by the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Over the course of the past few years, rentals of inflatable bounce houses and slides have increased. What was once a treat reserved for festivals is now commonplace in backyards for occasions such as kid birthday parties and block parties. Some people even buy them so that they are on hand whenever they want to use them. While they provide a lot of fun to children, there are dangers that they, as well as their parents may not be aware of.

As the use of inflatables has increased, perhaps not surprisingly, so too have the injuries resulting from their use. One statistic in a neighboring state, indicates that in the 15 year period ending in 2010, the number has increase by 1,500 percent where children are concerned.

There is no doubt about it. Motorcycles are a preferred mode of transportation for many individuals throughout the nation including the Pittsburgh area. As is the case with other motor vehicles, it is possible that they can be involved in a crash anytime. Deaths due to this type of accident were on the rise last year in the state of Pennsylvania.

The increase in deaths attributed to motorcycle accidents in the state of Pennsylvania is likely due to many factors. One of those factors could be the repeal of a motorcycle helmet law. That repeal has made it possible for motorcyclists, who are at least 21-years-old, to make the choice to ride without using a helmet. Another reason could be tied to that repeal--more individuals seeking motorcycle registrations. Since the helmet law was completely repealed, the number of individuals seeking these registrations is up by 117,878.

According to research, one in 20 patients becomes infected at hospitals in the country. As patients check into medical centers with personal ailments, they leave with something more. These hospital-based infections are hard to treat, too.

The good news is that hospitals are trying to reduce the transmission of infections. Specifically, centers are using UV lights or hydrogen peroxide vapors to help prevent infections. Nevertheless, such efforts may not be enough, and this is major medical issue.

Car accidents are just one of many ways in which a Pittsburgh resident could be injured. While many may not think about it, once an accident occurs, the scene itself can become a dangerous location as well. At times such a scene can prove to be a distraction for drivers leading to crashes with other vehicles. In addition, emergency workers called to the scene to assist can also be at risk.

Two of the most serious issues that lead to problems at car accident scenes are surrounding traffic that is travelling at a speed that is too fast for the conditions and drivers who stop paying attention to the road while trying to ascertain what happened in the accident.

With the arrival of spring, after being cooped up all winter, many children in Western Pennsylvania cannot wait to get outside to play. Sadly, what was likely a fun bicycle ride with a sibling and a parent recently turned tragic when a little boy was hit by a vehicle as he rode his bicycle.

According to bystanders, following the accident the boy was found under the vehicle, a SUV. The late afternoon incident, which occurred in Point Breeze, left the 8-year-old with serious injuries that required hospitalization. While his condition was described as critical, it likely would have been worse had he not been wearing a helmet. Neither of the other cyclists he was with at the time of the crash were hurt in the incident.