New possibility for skin cancer diagnosis
Many New York residents may be interested in the report of a new option doctors have to help with skin cancer diagnosis. Metastatic melanoma, a type of skin cancer, has been difficult to diagnose correctly with current techniques. The new technique promises to make diagnosis easier and prevent either a misdiagnosis or missed diagnosis.
Hazardous Materials Injure Workers at LaGuardia
Recently, three TSA workers at LaGuardia were exposed to hazardous materials while they were on-the-job. Metro US reported on the incident, which caused the affected workers to sustain injury as a result of the exposure. Injuries and illnesses due to toxic exposure will often make a worker very sick and, in some cases, exposure to […]
How technology can help patients get a second opinion
New York patients who are seeking a second opinion on a medical issue might be able to do so virtually, and this could reduce the incidence of misdiagnosis. According to the journal BMJ Quality & Safety, around 12 million American outpatients are misdiagnosed annually. The consequences of a misdiagnosis could include financial loss, treatments that are unnecessary, and a reduced quality of life or poorer outcomes for patients.
What are some of the top causes of bicycle accidents?
As a bicyclist, there are steps you can take to prevent a serious accident. Unfortunately, even if you do everything you can to avoid trouble, there is no guarantee that you will make it to your destination without incident.
Construction Worker’s Legs Crushed by Giant Hammer
A recent tragic accident on a construction site in Queens was one of many accidents that occur each year which involve construction workers being crushed by equipment on the job-site. This type of accident can cause serious harm to the affected worker, including loss of limbs. In many situations, crushing injuries are actually fatal due […]
Survey finds that multiple sclerosis is frequently misdiagnosed
Multiple sclerosis is a serious disease that is often misdiagnosed. New York residents may be interested in the findings of a recent survey that found that many MS patients had to make repeated doctor or hospital visits before being diagnosed.
Why detecting melanoma early is important
When the summer season arrives, many New York residents spend more time enjoying outdoor activities. However, they should be reminded that an increase in sun exposure is also an increase in the risk of melanoma, a skin cancer that can potentially be fatal if it isn’t diagnosed and treated as soon as possible.
Test could more accurately predict kidney disease in diabetics
New York residents who suffer from type 1 or type 2 diabetes run the risk of developing chronic kidney disease. Doctors generally study the estimated glomerular filtration rate and the urinary albumin to creatinine ratio to identify diabetes sufferers with high risks of developing these conditions, but doctors have long known that these two biomarkers are not always able to identify at-risk patients and often fail to accurately predict the onset of kidney failure.
Family sues federal government over birth injury
New York residents who are harmed as a result of medical malpractice may file a lawsuit against the at-fault facility or practitioner. This is true even if the lawsuit is against the federal government when it has funded a health care facility. Although lawsuits against the federal government are normally prohibited, they are permitted in a case of medical malpractice under the Federal Tort Claims Act.
The Difficulty of Obtaining a Police Report Post-Accident
If someone hurts you or hurts your loved one through negligence or wrongdoing, a New York personal injury law firm can provide assistance in making a damage claim. These claims can be made in many different circumstances, from car crashes to slip-and-falls. If you wish to pursue a case for compensation for serious injury or […]