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As patients, we place an enormous amount of trust in our surgeons and medical teams when undergoing operations. However, it's important to be aware that even highly trained professionals can make mistakes. How often do these mistakes happen? Surgical errors by the...
Various industries have relied on use of asbestos, a group of naturally occurring fibrous minerals, for its resistance to heat, fire, and chemicals. Unfortunately, its durability is a double-edged sword. When someone inhales asbestos fibers, they can become lodged in...
In emergency medicine, the failure to correctly diagnose or recognize the severity of a patient's condition can lead to catastrophic results. This oversight can stem from various factors including overcrowded ERs, understaffing, or miscommunication among medical...
Spinal cord injuries – often cause by falls or car accidents – create serious challenges in a person’s life. One particularly serious obstacle they face is the financial impact of their injuries. What should you know about how a spinal cord injury (SCI) can impact an...
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic and disorienting experience. However, it is crucial to take certain steps immediately after an accident to protect your rights and ensure that you can pursue any necessary legal or insurance claims...
Cancer is a critical health condition that demands timely and accurate diagnosis for the best possible outcomes. Unfortunately, not all patients receive this timely diagnosis, and the delays can have devastating effects on their health. How can these delays harm...
While asbestos was once a common building material, we now know exposure to this material can cause serious health problems, including different types of cancer. Knowing what types of cancer asbestos can cause is a key step for people suffering from these serious...
A hospital stay, a routine procedure, a doctor visit– moments when we trust medical professionals with our health and well-being. But what happens when that trust is shattered? When a preventable error, a misdiagnosis or a lapse in care leads to devastating...
In healthcare, getting the right diagnosis is very important. It can mean the difference between getting better quickly or suffering for a long time. In the worst cases, it can even be a matter of life and death. Sadly, mistakes in diagnosing are more common than you...
Rollover accidents can lead to severe injuries and even fatalities, especially when they involve a large commercial vehicle like a semi-truck. Understanding the causes of these accidents can help drivers protect themselves on the road. What causes rollover accidents?...