Could high doses of fish oil be the answer for treating traumatic brain injuries?
People and families in New York City who have seen the effects of a traumatic brain injury know how devastating that type of injury can be. A traumatic brain injury can cause seizures, coma and even death. People who suffer a serious brain injury often must endure a long, painful recovery. One man and his […]
Pedestrian killed in Queens bus accident
As last week’s post pointed out, a bus accident can leave people with serious injuries that may require surgery and hospitalization. However, even more devastating injuries can result when a pedestrian is involved in a bus accident. Around 8 p.m. on Oct. 13, a 54-year-old woman was struck and killed by a Nassau Inter-County Express […]
23 people injured in tour bus accident
posted in Bus Accidents on Monday, October 8, 2012. A tour bus bound for New York City overturned recently, leaving 23 people with injuries. The bus accident happened around 7:40 a.m. along Interstate 80 in Wayne Township, New Jersey. Officials say the accident happened as the bus was nearing an exit ramp. Fifty-seven people were […]
Nurse accidently disposed of kidney intended for transplant
A kidney transplant in another state went terribly wrong after a nurse mistakenly disposed of a viable kidney intended for transplant. A story like this raises questions about the procedures that are in place in hospitals all across the country and what is being done to prevent negligence in the operating room.
Man dies in emergency room lobby after being sent home
New York City readers are likely aware that a heart attack is a serious medical condition that must be dealt with appropriately. If not, serious complications and even death can occur.
More than a dozen people injured in recent NYC bus accident
posted in Bus Accidents on Monday, September 17, 2012. A normal ride on a New York City bus turned into a dangerous one earlier this month after a school bus sideswiped several cars before hitting an SUV that then collided with an MTA bus. Sixteen people in total suffered injuries in the crash. At least […]
Teenager dies from severe head trauma after party bus tragedy
posted in Brain Injury on Tuesday, September 4, 2012. Teenagers from the Queens Catholic School boarded a party bus at the start of the Labor Day weekend likely expecting a carefree time. However, the party quickly turned to tragedy after a 16-year-old boy suffered a severe head injury when he stuck his head out of […]
New York City paid out $134 million in malpractice claims this year
In 2008, a woman was taken to a hospital in Queens when she began having contractions. Once she arrived, doctors realized the baby was not moving down the birth canal. The woman was given a drug to increase her contractions. However, hours passed before a physician checked on her.
Hospital negligence leaves hundreds potentially infected
Going to the hospital in New York City and beyond can be a terrifying experience, but you calm yourself with the thought that you’re being taken care of by accredited professionals. Never in your wildest dreams do you think that you will walk away with an incurable disease.
Family wins malpractice suit 6 years after man died in hospital emergency room
A visit to the emergency room can be a frightening experience. However, New York City residents expect that physicians and nurses will care for them and treat them appropriately. Sadly, medical mistakes can cause devastating injuries and even death, as evidenced by one man’s visit to an emergency room in another state.