It’s hard after a jarring car accident to know for certain that your body is okay. Adrenaline dumps into our systems, and one of the many tricks it plays is ignoring pain signals until days, weeks, or even months later. The brain is just trying to get us out of harm’s way, but it means it could take a while to notice any injuries you may have received as the result of an accident, if you notice them at all. Therefore, it’s absolutely crucial for you to assess yourself after an accident and try to tell if anything feels off. Car accidents are frequent enough that there are a few common types of injuries associated with them. While you are on the scene, if possible, try and assess your body as best you can. Some injuries will appear immediately, but it can take several days for others to appear. Whiplash, shoulder injuries, knee injuries, lacerations or puncture wounds, and bruised or broken bones are all unfortunately common. The best course of action is to go to the emergency room immediately after an accident if you are injured or if the accident was severe, even if you feel okay at the time. Some injuries, like head injuries, are hard to immediately self-diagnose. Others, like emotional distress, can be tricky even for a physician to figure out. Car accidents are traumatic experiences for anyone that can go beyond being a little shaken up afterward. It is important to take note of the emotional and psychological effects that you experience after a car accident. Difficulty sleeping, memory loss, issues ARE YOU OKAY AFTER YOUR ACCIDENT? The Truth Is That You Just Don’t Know
CARS IN SUMMER O JOKING MATTER EADS THE NATION IN HEAT- ELATED CAR DEATHS
You should never leave any living thing — adult, infant, pet, etc. — in an unattended car for any amount of time.
A car doesn’t have to be moving to kill or injure you. Even sitting in a car under these conditions is a bad idea. What happens if you become disoriented or lose consciousness (both common symptoms of heat illness)? As mentioned, rolling down the windows is not a good solution, and neither is leaving the car running and unattended! The only thing to do is take all living things with you when you leave the car, and if that means skipping the store until you can return alone, then that’s just what it means. The fact that these tragedies are totally preventable is what makes them all the more tragic. Nobody should die as a matter of convenience. But it also means there’s hope because if we all take responsibility, it never needs to happen again. HTS
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INGREDIENTS
with concentration, depression and anxiety, irritability, and personality changes are just a few examples of these kinds of effects. We see these accidents and injuries all the time, which mean that we can spot injuries even if you can’t. We’re here to help you through physical and mental distress, secure you proper treatment, and get you the justice you deserve. Even if your injuries are unknown at this point, a lawyer can help you secure any compensation needed for medical bills, ambulance costs, and other expenses retained as a result of the accident. You can contact us at 575.208.2572 for a free consultation at any time.
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1 tsp peppercorns, coarsely crushed
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4 cups seedless watermelon, rind removed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes 2 heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/2- inch cubes 8 oz feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 tsp coriander seeds, coarsely crushed
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1/2 tsp cumin seeds
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1/2 tsp turmeric
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1/4 cup coconut oil
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Sea salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. In a small saucepan, sauté spices and herbs in the coconut oil for 3 minutes over medium heat to create turmeric oil. Take the pan off of the heat, then let it cool. 2. Combine the watermelon, tomatoes, and feta on a large platter or in a bowl. Drizzle with cooled turmeric oil. Now, simply sprinkle with sea salt and enjoy!
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