Winter Slip and Fall Safety
Winter is in full swing and with it comes seasonal hazards and slippery conditions. Snow, ice and sleet are the major culprits in winter slips and falls, along with improperly cleared roads and...
View ArticleSkiing Safety and Injury Prevention
Skiing is a fun, exciting and exhilarating sport for the entire family. Ski vacations become a yearly, anticipated event by many, conjuring up Olympic dreams, warm fires at the ski lodge, and exciting...
View ArticleCross Country Skiing Safety
Cross country skiing is a winter sport the entire family can enjoy. It takes less time to learn than downhill skiing, and doesn’t involve the speed or rapid descents of downhill. Before strapping on a...
View ArticleRecent Advances In Spinal Cord Injury Treatments
Advances in spinal cord injury medicine are often slow and occur in small steps, but they are there and have greatly multiplied in the last 20 years. All areas of spinal cord injuries, from...
View ArticleIce Fishing Safety
Some people love participating in any sport that involves snow and friends. Ice fishing brings to mind the camaraderie of gathering around bonfires and drinking hot cocoa. By its’ nature, ice fishing...
View ArticlePatient Advocates: How they can help with hospital stays or long term care
Our health system can be very complicated with insurances, procedures and advances in care, many people find themselves at a loss wading through the healthcare system. This is where patient advocates...
View ArticleChild Safety with Power Windows in Vehicles
Power windows in our cars are a true convenience when compared to the bygone hand cranks once used for raising and lowering vehicle windows. However, child safety is of great concern in power window...
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Struck By Bicyclist, A Blind Marathoner Vows To Run In November
Originally Published in The Jewish Week – February 28, 2013 Written By: Richard Bernstein I’ve never believed in allowing my disability to define who I am as a person. From the moment I was born, I’ve...
View ArticleLead Can Still Be A Serious Problem In Homes
Anyone who has lived in an older home knows about testing for lead which was often used in interior paints. During the past few decades the danger of lead in paint and other products has been well...
View ArticleRoad Safety for Runners
Spring is right around the corner and most people are anxious to spend time outside. If you’re a fellow runner, spring means less time spent on the treadmill and more time running outdoors. However, as...
View ArticleMesothelioma and the Causes
Most people are familiar with the term mesothelioma, but very few actually know what mesothelioma is. People know it has to do with the lungs and asbestos, but not much else. Mesothelioma is a cancer...
View ArticleLower Back Injury and Pain
Just about everyone has suffered lower back pain at one time or another during their life. Not surprising, it is the number one cause of job related disability and the second most common cause of lost...
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Bullying Blog: Concerns from a Mother
By: Beth Bernstein April 1, 2013 As a mom, bullying concerns and worries me. It is an issue that I truly take to heart. Although I understand that it is an unfortunate reality of childhood, we need to...
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Bullying Blog: It Will Get Better
By: Richard Bernstein April 3, 2013 High school can be a time for new friends, lasting memories, and exciting experiences. But it can also be a time of confusion, turmoil, and sadness. Bullying in...
View ArticleRichard Bernstein: Life is a Marathon
Richard Bernstein is no stranger to tough situations. As someone who is visually impaired, he’s had to face numerous challenges in life–challenges that might make some folks throw up their hands and...
View ArticleRichard talks about help for Boston Marathon victims on Local 4-WDIV (VIDEO)
A special thanks to Paula Tutman and WDIV Local 4 for their interest in the work of Achilles International as they begin working with the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. Achilles is an...
View ArticleRichard Bernstein to Advocate for the Disabled in Ohio
Thank you to the Cleveland Jewish News for this wonderful story as I get ready to travel to Ohio this weekend to work with Cleveland Yachad, an organization that is part of the National Jewish Council...
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Auto Accidents: The Basics
A car accident can be a traumatic experience, no matter how serious. Even experienced, cautious drivers can be involved in accidents due to the negligent actions of others and there are numerous kinds...
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Richard’s Recent Work in England
By Richard Bernstein It was a great honor to have recently returned from traveling to London to work with Chabad Lubavitch UK. Chabad Lubavitch is an association that promotes Judaism through outreach...
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Bullying Blog: As the School Year Comes to a Close…
By: Richard Bernstein Richard speaking with Karen Drew (WDIV) on 6/13/13 6/14/13 This was a memorable week in our fight to eradicate bullying from Michigan’s schools. As the school year comes to a...
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