New York parents beware: School bus accidents can and do happen
In what was supposed to be a fun and enjoyable day at the zoo, quickly turned into a frightening experience for a group of special needs children who were on a school bus that rolled over. The bus was one its way back from a field trip at the time of the accident. According to […]
Survey: Many women need more information before delivery
Having a baby is supposed to be one of the happiest days in a mother’s life. Yet, a recent survey found that many women are undergoing medical procedures and allow interventions with their delivery without being properly informed of the possible risks and possible complications.
Deadly punch sheds light on brain injuries
Recently, a referee was killed after he was punched in the face by a soccer player. His death turned into a conversation starter highlighting just how dangerous hits to the head can be and the devastating nature of brain injuries. In this case, the referee was punched once in the face at close range by […]
Diagnostic errors a common reason for medical malpractice payouts
Medicine and treatment has come quite a way. However, for the optimal chance of survival, it is critical patients receive a diagnosis in a timely matter. This means that a delayed diagnosis or a misdiagnosis can be the matter between life and death for a New York City resident.
High school football players at risk of suffering brain injuries
A new report shows that the number of high school football players who suffer serious brain injuries is on the rise. In fact, since the National Center for Catastrophic Sports Injury Research began collecting information on the number of serious brain injuries in 1984, the numbers have reached their highest levels. Whether you live in […]
Students from NYC involved in bus accident
Weather is frequently a cause of serious accidents in New York City and beyond. Rain, snow and ice can leave roads slippery and hazardous. Heavy rain appears to have been a factor in a recent bus accident. Students from a Queens high school were involved in an accident as they were driving back from a […]
Preventing the spread of infection in hospitals
Like others elsewhere, New Yorkers go to the hospital to get better. However, some people end up getting sicker as a result of hospital infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that about 100,000 people die each year from hospital infections.
3 die in recent crash along New York State Thruway
People in New York City and others elsewhere know the dangers of drunk driving. However, people may not realize how dangerous fatigued driving can be. A recent fatal accident in New York may have occurred as a result of driver fatigue. Authorities say that a van crashed into a dump truck around 7:45 a.m. along […]
Jury finds hospital was negligent in 2002 birth
Cerebral palsy is typically caused when a baby is deprived of oxygen during the birthing process. Sadly, babies who are born with cerebral palsy often require medical care for the rest of their lives. In many cases, cerebral palsy is the result of medical negligence.
Despite widespread use, FDA looks into safety of surgical robots
There is a constant effort to improve medical care. Technological advances have helped people in New York City and beyond live longer. However, new technology is not always foolproof.