Dr. Robert Sherwin
Coverage of Dr. Robert Sherwin in the Nexus archive.
- Popular pastime sending more Americans to ER with devastating injuries
The Detroit metro area is experiencing a rise in e-bike-related injuries, prompting emergency rooms to treat more trauma cases and communities to consider restrictions. E-bikes reaching speeds of 28 mph are linked to severe crashes, with experts citing safety concerns due to their speed and weight. States like New Jersey have implemented new regulations requiring registration and licensing to address growing safety risks.
- Heat wave forces outdoor workers to adapt as temperatures approach triple digits in metro Detroit
Outdoor workers in metro Detroit, including construction and roofing crews, are adapting to extreme heat as temperatures near triple digits. Workers face intensified conditions from hot materials like asphalt and concrete, prompting precautions such as extra breaks and hydration. Medical experts warn of heat-related illness risks and advise community vigilance.
- Doctors Urge Precautions as Extreme Heat Moves Into Metro Detroit
Doctors in Metro Detroit are urging residents to take precautions against extreme heat, emphasizing hydration, avoiding outdoor activity during peak hours, and recognizing symptoms of heat-related illnesses. Vulnerable groups, including older adults, children, and outdoor workers, are highlighted as at-risk populations.