You wouldn’t want your doctor standing in front of you scrolling through their phone while you’re waiting to hear the results of your latest scans or tests. Likely, you wouldn’t want to know that their phone was on and in easy reach while they’re operating on you...
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Why is medical malpractice hard to prove?
If you suffer injuries from negligence by a healthcare provider, you can file a medical malpractice against them for compensation for the damages you suffered. However, such claims have a reputation for being complicated due to the complexities involved. As a result,...
Has your doctor’s unprofessionalism caused harm?
Doctors go through years of training to ensure that they provide the highest standards of care. They have a legal duty to do the best for their patients and not act in a negligent manner. Generally, doctors adhere to their obligations and make people better....
Researchers have made progress in preventing a major cause of HAI
Being concerned about acquiring an infection during a hospital stay – even a brief one – certainly doesn’t make someone a “germophobe.” In fact, some 100,000 people die from hospital-acquired infection (HAI) complications every year. Some two-thirds of HAIs are...
Women’s heart attacks are still too commonly misdiagnosed
The risk of heart disease and heart attacks for women is better recognized than it used to be – largely thanks to efforts by the American Heart Association. That’s despite the fact that the disease is the leading cause of death for women. Too often, women fail to...
The impact of fatigue on doctors
Issues related to worker fatigue are seen across many industries. However, those in the healthcare field regularly work long hours and double shifts and neglect a basic human need – sleep. Unfortunately, without proper rest, the body doesn't have time to recover,...
How does medical malpractice happen?
Despite advances in medical technology, injuries associated with medical malpractice still remain one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. If you or someone you love sustains an injury attributable to medical error, you may pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit...
Is speeding evidence of negligent driving?
It is often said that everyone breaks the speed limit. Some people do it because they're in a rush, others do it because they feel detached from the act of driving, as if there are no consequences, and some do it simply because they're bored and they find it...
Some commonly misdiagnosed diseases
When someone in Westfield, New Jersey, goes to the doctor, he or she expects to get some answers. However, sometimes, an individual gets a delayed or an incorrect diagnosis. There are several diseases and conditions that are misdiagnosed more often than others. The...
Are surgical errors more common than you might think?
Each day, people throughout New Jersey receive surgery for a wide range of conditions. Whether you're undergoing surgery for cosmetic reasons or to improve your health, these procedures involve placing a lot of trust in your practitioners. Because of that, it can be...