When Claudia Bond, a mother of four, went in for a hysterectomy to remove her uterus and prevent a bleeding problem from worsening, she felt assured that she could trust her doctor with the procedure. After she woke up from the surgery, however, the Texas woman’s life...
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Raising awareness about maternal mortality
The American Journal of Health calls maternal mortality in the U.S. a public health emergency. American women are more likely to die during childbirth or from pregnancy-related complications than women in any other developed country. According to the Centers for...
Things to know about misdiagnosis claims
You trust your physician to provide expert service. Unfortunately, when a physician does not live up to that standard, it can have lasting negative effects. A misdiagnosis claim may provide some recompense for the incident. If you are considering such a claim,...
Best apps to help bicyclists stay safe
As a cyclist in today's world, there are so many mobile apps that can benefit you. Your mobile device can help you track your rides, monitor your training and send safety alerts after an accident. All you need are the right apps. There are numerous apps available,...
Failure to diagnose preeclampsia
Normal pregnancies come with aches, pains, discomfort, nausea and fatigue. But these can also be symptoms of preeclampsia. Preeclampsia refers to high blood pressure in pregnant women. If doctors fail to diagnose and treat this condition, it can lead to...
5 situations that may put newborns at risk
Few life events are more exciting than welcoming a new baby to the world. While you have hundreds of tasks you must accomplish before the birth of your son or daughter, you must do what you can to promote a healthy environment. There are many ways to ensure your...
3 maintenance musts for a bicycle helmet
Cycling is a wonderful way to commute, exercise and enjoy the city. Every time you climb on your bicycle, you must take certain steps to avoid an accident. After all, bike accidents occur every day. If you find yourself involved in one, you may never be the...
Overlooking the signs of fetal distress leads to birth injuries
Few things in life can overcome the excitement of learning you are expecting a new addition to the family. After nurturing your bundle of joy in your body for nine or so months, you prepare for childbirth expecting to soon welcome your child into the world. Due...
What you need to know about garbage truck accidents
Garbage collectors are essential to our society. But while you can be thankful for sanitation workers, you can also recognize the risk of giant trash trucks driving through neighborhoods. These vehicles can cause serious injuries and even deaths when accidents...
3 reasons plaintiffs often wait to explore wrongful death claims
For anyone coping with the death of a loved one, the days, weeks and months after the person dies can be a blur. If someone caused the death of your family member or friend, you may need to pursue legal options. In fact, because the statute of limitations for filing a...