BINGHAMTON: Woman Rescued From Burning Car By Good Samaritans After Semi-Truck Accident Involving Several Cars On Route 17
FAULTY BRAKES MAY BE TO BLAME FOR THE ACCIDENT BINGHAMTON, NEW YORK (August 30, 2016) – A woman was rescued from a burning car by four good Samaritans after a semi-truck crashed into 10 cars on Route 17, according to CNN. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, but the police believe that faulty […]
NEWARK: Jesy Garcia Killed In Bus Accident After Two Transit Buses Collided Near Raymond Boulevard and Broad Street
(PLEASE SUPPORT THE FAMILY BY DONATING) NEWARK, NEW JERSEY (August 30, 2016) – A woman was killed in a tragic bus accident after the transit bus that she was traveling inwas t-boned by another bus near Raymond Boulevard and Broad Street, according to NJ.com Authorities have been able to identify the woman that died in the crash as Jesy […]
New ideas may help treat breast cancer in New York
According to a European study of 6,693 breast cancer patients, it is safe to trust genetic testing when it conflicts with results from traditional testing. In some cases, the genetic test may suggest that there is a low risk of the cancer spreading while other tests say the risk is high. The study indicated that in such scenarios, women were just as likely to survive for five years compared to those who had chemotherapy.
Why medical errors occur
When New York residents seek medical care, they put a great deal of trust in their physicians. The expectation is that the doctor is the expert who will make the best decisions possible to preserve the patient’s life and health. Unfortunately, some doctors make mistakes that can have a devastating impact on a patient’s well-being.
Getting treatment for a rare disease
For many New York residents who are suffering from a rare disease, getting treatment can be very difficult. However, advocacy groups are working to get legislation passed that would help those suffering from a rare diseases to seek treatment.
Wrong patient has kidney removed
New Yorkers might be shocked to learn about a case in Massachusetts in which a doctor reportedly removed a kidney from the wrong patient. The incident reportedly occurred at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester and is being investigated by the Massachusetts Department of Health.
Drowsy and Distracted Driving
Two of the most dangerous behaviors that a motorist can do on the road include distracted driving and drowsy driving. Motorists who choose to do either of these things could be considered negligent and victims could pursue a case for compensation with the help of New York City injury attorneys. Unfortunately, recent evidence suggests that […]
Software helps prevent medication errors
New York residents may know that medication errors are a leading cause of patient harm in the United States, and that they are often fatal. To combat the problem, pharmacists are using special software to help identify these mistakes before they occur.
Teens and Distracted Driving Accidents: A Look at the Risks
CBS News reported recently on the tremendous risks associated with distracted driving amongst teenagers. Unfortunately, as many as 60 percent of all teen driving crashes today happen because of driver distraction. CBS’s article on the issue was prompted by the fact that the University of Iowa and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recently conducted […]
Worker Dies After NYC Scaffolding Accident
Recently, a tragic accident in New York City resulted in the death of a 27-year-old construction worker. The young worker was performing his job on a construction site in Greenwich Village and was planning to head to his Westchester County home. Unfortunately, a wood plank fell off a scaffold near Hudson Street and Leroy Street. […]