Can Blowing a Vuvuzela Kill You?

A shirtless super-fan paints his body blue and dies from hypothermia before anyone notices, but at least he met his maker while supporting his favorite team!

Forensic Laboratories Develops First Oral Fluid Test for Ethyl Sulfate Detection

Some scientific publications suggest that EtG and EtS may be detectable for longer periods of time than ethanol.

Inspirational Mobile Museum Traces History of Funeral Traditions

Reflections: The American Funeral explores mourning traditions, beginning with Native American traditions and ending with the diverse rituals practiced today.

Redesigned Website to Provide Additional Resources to Grieving Children and Adults

The Highmark Caring Place has served more than 60,000 grieving families and community members since the first location opened in Pittsburgh in 1997.

Springfield MA-based Hospital Sued for Autopsy, Organ Removal Without Consent

The lawsuit contended doctors at Baystate Medical Center (BMC) performed an autopsy, removing several organs, without the required consent of next of kin.

Insight to Supporting Bereaved Parents

“What I’ve learned is that grief doesn’t go away,” one participant said. “It walks beside you. You learn to live with it.”

Nation’s Largest Pet Insurer Reveals the Sources of Pet Poisoning

Unfortunately, lack of dietary discretion too often results in pets ingesting toxic substances, emergency visits to the veterinarian, and large medical bills.

71.5 Million Strong: Baby Boomers and Beyond…Who Will Take Care of Us?

It is expected that in the next 40 years the senior population in this country will grow by 147 percent.

Law Enforcement Fatalities Surge 43 Percent During the First Half of 2010

The number of U.S. law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty surged nearly 43 percent during the first six months of 2010.

Community Cancer Clinic Closings on the Rise

In total, 166 clinics have closed over the past three years.