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Medical errors common during transitional care

New York patients have the possibility of being harmed during the transition from a hospital to home care. The discharge process can be a chaotic time when health care providers are more likely to make mistakes. When a formerly hospitalized patient begins receiving treatment at home, the patient’s home health nurses, pharmacists and other health care providers could fail to correct mistakes that were made during the hospital discharge.

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Summer Accidents to Prevent this Year

According to a report published in the journal, Pediatrics, the leading cause of death in children is preventable injuries. Unintentional accidents cause more than 12,000 pediatric deaths each year in the United States. This means that over 30 children die every day in the country and those who do not succumb to their injuries still account for 9.2 million hospital visits every year. Summer is a time for fun and play, but there are many accidents that can occur during this time of the year, endangering your child. Common Types of Summer Accidents Here is a look at some of the most common summer accidents

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Preventing Burn Injuries this Summer

The summer months bring many dangerous accidents, especially for children. This is a time for BBQ grills and fireworks, so there are many hazards that can cause serious injury. According to the CDC, fires and burns are the third leading cause of death in homes. In the United States, more than 12,000 people among those 0 to 19 years of age die from unintentional injuries, and over 9.2 million are treated in emergency departments for nonfatal injuries. Causes of Burns and Scalds in Children Many children who are taken to hospital emergency departments for burns and scalds are referred to further treatment. In many cases,

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Doctor who treated Junior Seau accused of negligence

New York residents may know that former standout NFL linebacker Junior Seau’s suicide has been linked to the degenerative and progressive brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy. The Hall of Famer suffered bouts of severe depression before taking his own life in 2012, and the San Diego Chargers team doctor who prescribed him the sleeping aid zolpidem, which is sold under the trade name Ambien, has been accused of gross negligence by the Medical Board of California.

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Looking at malpractice suits may reduce medical errors

A study that has been published in a medical journal has noted that in 2013, more than 250,000 people died from medical errors. Based on this estimate, medical errors may be the third leading cause of death in the United States. Hospitals in New York and throughout the country may become safer for patients as insurance companies and medical providers are increasingly examining data about errors and making changes to their policies based on what they learn.

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