Did you know that medical malpractice is the third-leading cause of death within the United States? Most people would never assume it was this prevalent, but a study at Johns Hopkins in 2018 showed that around 250,000 people die annually as a result of medical errors...
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Disfiguring injuries to kids in crashes can cost a lot
Car crashes can cause all kinds of severe injuries. Even though younger children typically ride in special car seats or boosters to help keep them safe, kids get hurt frequently in collisions. Car crashes are a leading cause of fatality for most age groups of children...
What are the risks of C-section deliveries?
Cesarean sections – referred to as “C-sections” – have become a more common method used by doctors for high-risk pregnancies and deliveries. But the number of low-risk procedures has also risen. Nearly one-third of all deliveries in the U.S. involve a C-section. While...
How to avoid distracted driving
Distracted driving is a serious cause of automobile accidents in the United States. You’ve heard just how dangerous it is to text and drive at the same time, but distracted driving involves much more than texting. Various types of distractions can occur while you’re...
Medical errors in the Emergency Room
Medical errors are, unfortunately, prevalent in our healthcare systems. Some are mere mistakes that are quickly corrected, but others have more severe consequences. There are an estimated 250,000 deaths per year in the U.S. because of medical errors. Emergency Room...
6 medical errors that can lead to a birth injury
The birth of a new child should be a beautiful time in your life. You’re putting faith in your doctors to help deliver a healthy baby that you can welcome into your family. You’re likely not expecting any complications, but what happens if something does go wrong?...
The most common injuries in a motor vehicle accident
Every year, thousands of people are injured and killed in motor vehicle accidents across the country. Even if you take steps to protect yourself against trouble, another driver could cause an accident that results in a variety of injuries. Understanding the most...
Medication errors are dangerous but preventable medical mistakes
The medications that your doctor prescribes to you that you must fill at a pharmacy are typically controlled substances, meaning that medical professionals must handle their administration for the safety of the public. The potential for misuse, improper dosage or...
What are the 3 most commonly misdiagnosed conditions?
While no exact data is available, it’s estimated between 40,000 and 80,000 people die in U.S. hospitals each year due to misdiagnosis. Research shows up to 160,000 more people suffer serious complications after doctors either fail to recognize or wrongly diagnose...
Surgery errors are 2nd most common medical malpractice claim
A new report says surgery-related claims over doctor errors are the second most commonly filed complaints related to medical malpractice. The study, by insurer Coverys, examined five years of closed medical malpractice claims from 2014 to 2018 and found that surgical...