Doctors do not always get it right. Failing to make the correct diagnosis at the first opportunity can leave a patient to suffer unnecessarily as their condition worsens. They might even die if the treatment window is missed. While medical staff can misdiagnose...
Dogs are wonderful companions. However, these friendly canines can cause serious injuries if provoked, overexcited or frightened. Worse still, they can transmit diseases like rabies, cellulitis or Capnocytophaga when they bite. If you are hurt by someone else’s dog,...
Dogs form part of the family for many households across the country. Children often grow up with a loyal canine companion that becomes their best friend. Nonetheless, some dogs can be a bit nervous of children. While it is rare, in the worst-case scenarios, this can...
Playing in a pool can be fun and relaxing, whether it’s outside at the public pool or inside a hotel. Sadly, even recreational activities like swimming or diving carry great risks, especially for young children. From 2015 to 2017, about ¾ of children who needed...
It can be tough to deal with the sudden death of a family member. This is especially true if you lose a loved one due to another person's negligence. After a loved one has passed, you may feel overwhelmed, angry and depressed. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to...
Pregnancy is usually a time of happiness for women and their families. The period following birth is also joyful, but an unexpected injury can delay your "new baby bliss." When you hear the term “childbirth injury,” you may imagine a newborn as the victim. Infants are...
Many times, after a dog attack, the owner will say that they can’t believe it happened because the dog was always so nice. They say it has “never done anything like this before.” In some cases, these dogs are pets who have been around people for a long time. For...
Infant mortality rate is a statistic that simply tracks how many infants pass away per every 1,000 successful births. This can be a reflection of a lot of things, including the healthcare system in the state itself and the type of access that individuals in that state...
Minor medical mistakes are very common. For instance, maybe your doctor thought that they gave you the painkillers that you needed, but they forgot. You’re uncomfortable, and you have to ask for the painkillers again, but there aren’t long-term ramifications. The...
Even for the avid dog lover, it can be a frightening situation if they turn aggressive. Fortunately, this is rare, but it does happen enough to warrant further consideration. When faced with an aggressive dog, your reaction might be to shout or run as quickly as you...