By Veronica Richards on G+ Unfortunately, nothing is a given these days when it comes to medical care. Many hospitals eager to put profits over people are now dedicated to reducing medical staff, and cutting costs in other equally dubious ways while still keeping the patient load virtually unchanged. Of course, this translates into an […]
Whether we need surgery for a serious condition or a loved one requires treatment for some sort of medical emergency, there always seems to be a hospital that immediately springs to mind. For some people, this default choice of hospital is based on such factors as reputation or quality of past care, while for others […]
For most of us, the term prescription error conjures up thoughts of pharmacies giving us the wrong medication, physicians prescribing the wrong dosage or nurses failing to administer the medication properly. While these are all certainly accurate depictions, a recent report reveals that there is another type of prescription error of which healthcare providers must […]
We are truly fortunate to live in an age where there seems to be no shortage of remarkable advancements in medical technology. Every day, scientists across the globe are making huge strides in everything from cancer research to robotic walkers. At the same time, we continue to see patients needlessly suffer and die due to […]
A sudden motor vehicle accident, a slip on an icy sidewalk or a violent collision during a game can all result in a devastating condition known as a traumatic brain injury. Unfortunately, in busy hospital settings the many different symptoms of a traumatic brain injury — dizziness, blurred vision, loss of balance, etc. — can […]
Hospitals here in the United States and abroad have become increasingly attuned to the extreme danger posed by antibiotic-resistant infections over the last few years. In fact, many facilities have now adopted certain procedures in order to reduce the risk of infection, including enhanced sterilization techniques and improved hygiene practices. One of these improved hygiene […]
Many of us take our ability to perform some of the simplest tasks for granted. For example, when was the last time you thought about how fortunate you were to be able to tie your shoes? Unfortunately, for many people diagnosed with a condition like cerebral palsy — which may result from medical negligence during […]
The prospect of having major surgery is unnerving. In fact, this discomfort can understandably increase if you learn that a surgical resident will be taking part in your procedure. After all, they are relatively inexperienced and you don’t want to become another victim of medical malpractice. However, is this really a realistic concern? In particular, […]
