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Opioids and a Physician’s Responsibility
Doctors must comply with set standards of care when practicing medicine. As part of these standards, medical professionals should reasonably and responsibly advocate for the best course of treatment for a patient, which includes providing appropriate prescription medication and post-treatment plans. Currently, there is an epidemic sweeping the nation unlike anything seen before. The opioid…
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Medical Malpractice Claims Against Nurse Practitioners
When an instance of medical malpractice occurs, it can be incredibly devastating. Medical malpractice can occur when a healthcare professional or provider neglects to provide appropriate treatment, omits taking appropriate action, or gives substandard treatment to a patient. Though malpractice claims are often reported against doctors and physicians, nurse practitioners are another type of healthcare provider that can be at fault when medical malpractice occurs.
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The U.S. Gave Troubled Doctors a Second Chance. Patients Paid the Price.
When looking for a new doctor or surgeon, we know we want a “good doctor;” and, while there are many great healthcare providers out there, some troubled doctors manage to slip through the cracks. Unfortunately, not all doctors are as qualified or well-intentioned as they may seem, and patients wind up paying the price for a doctor’s malpractice. In fact, doctors and surgeons across the country have had their licenses suspended or revoked. But these same providers were able to gain a second chance elsewhere.
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When To Worry About a Dent In Your Head
Head injuries are often very worrisome. Anything from a bump on the head to a concussion can leave many worried about the effects these injuries could have on their brains and bodies. Though our heads do have several contours, including to the temples and some facial features, when a new dent appears anywhere on one’s head, it can obviously raise concerns.
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Three Infants at Pennsylvania Hospital Die From Infected Breast Milk
Newborn babies are fragile, and they rely on experienced and specially trained medical staff to survive and thrive. Babies who stay in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) are even more vulnerable. Having a baby born prematurely, especially when an infant has to spend time in a NICU, is extremely stressful for families. The American…
