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Make A Difference Scholarship Clearity Foundation

We are delighted to announce, in partnership with the Clearity Foundation, the launch of our first-ever education initiative, the Make A Difference Scholarship.

Posted by Jordana Neeman on August 4, 2020

Ovarian Cancer: Early Detection And New Research

Ovarian Cancer affects thousands of women and their families each year. According to the American Cancer Society, each year, 21,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer, and each year over 13,000 women die from the disease.

Posted by Sharon Brandwein on July 30, 2020

How One Family Coped With Ovarian Cancer

No cancer diagnosis is easy, but ovarian cancer can be especially devastating - often, when you catch it, it’s already at an advanced stage. Only 20% of ovarian cancer patients catch it early, when they have over a 90% chance of a full recovery.

Posted by Molly K on July 23, 2020

Learning the Importance of Cancer Counseling

Learning the Importance of Cancer Counseling With Linda Waters We at Select Justice are happy to help support research and community programs that will provide resources to assist people in making the right decisions for themselves and their families.

Posted by Linda Waters on July 21, 2020

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How to Help Your Child with Cerebral Palsy Thrive

Cerebral Palsy, a condition affecting movement, balance, and posture, can range from mild to severe. When you learn your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy, it’s normal to cycle through a wide range of emotions, and ultimately, every parent wants their child to thrive.

Posted by Alicia Betz on January 20, 2021

7 Ways To Prevent Accidents On Construction Jobs

Construction sites can’t be completely foolproof, but employers and employees alike can take preventative measures to make safety a priority while on the site each day.

Posted by Laura Lifshitz on January 5, 2021

Common Issues And Accidents Faced By Oil Riggers

Being an oil rigger can certainly pay off with free training—no schooling required—and a handsome paycheck. The issue with oil rigging is the fact that this work can be very dangerous

Posted by Laura Lifshitz on December 29, 2020

Birth Injuries vs. Birth Defects: What’s the Difference?

There is a very big difference, between a birth defect and a birth injury. Understanding the difference and being able to spot a birth injury quickly can help you advocate for your child and achieve the best possible outcome.

Posted by Alicia Betz on December 27, 2020

How To Find A Good Nursing Home For Loved Ones

It’s not an easy decision to place your parent or another elderly loved one in a nursing home. You can feel like you should be able to do it on your own, or that putting them in a nursing home is abandoning them. But it’s simply not true, and sometimes it can be necessary for a family.

Posted by Christiana Lilly on December 22, 2020

Living With A Back Injury

Just as you don’t realize how much you use your pinky finger until you get a papercut on it, you don’t realize that your back is involved in almost every single thing you do until you injure it.

Posted by Alicia Betz on December 21, 2020

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What Celebrity Accidents Can Teach Us About Motorcycle Safety

There are quite a few big celebrities who got into serious motorcycle accidents through the years. These kinds of accidents can be quite traumatic. That is why it is so important to have a motorcycle safety plan, the proper gear and also legal representation

Posted by Laura Lifshitz on December 6, 2020

Why You Should Get A Lawyer When Applying For Disability Benefits

Having a lawyer when you apply for social security disability benefits is not required, you can do it yourself. However, the numbers show that one’s application is more likely to be accepted with the help of a lawyer.

Posted by Christiana Lilly on November 20, 2020

How The FDA Is Trying To Reduce Opioid and Benzodiazepine Related Deaths

No drug is without some inherent risk, so the question is always whether the benefit outweighs the potential risk. The benefit often does outweigh the risk for benzodiazepines, but they are powerful drugs that need to be taken seriously.

Posted by Alicia Betz on November 12, 2020

6 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse

Making the call to put a loved one in a home is tough, but one many of us have faced or will face during our lifetime. But when you place a loved one in one of these home’s care, you expect the best, but that doesn’t always happen.

Posted by Laura Lifshitz on November 8, 2020