Cancer Detection and the Consequences of Misdiagnosis
More than 1.6 million patients in the U.S. each year are given a cancer diagnosis, according to the American Cancer Society. As an aggressive medical condition, cancer often spreads quickly. Survival of the condition often depends on early detection and effective treatment with the goal of removing the malignancy from the body. In too many…
Read MoreLeaf Blowers Bring Unforeseen Risks
With fall almost upon us, the leaves have begun to change colors – beautiful red, yellow, and orange leaves eventually turn brown and fall to the ground. And while the process proves quitebeautiful, we eventually find them scattered across our sidewalks and lawns, creating a risk of slip and fall accidents. In such cases, the…
Read MoreNJ Docs Lose Licenses for Overprescribing Opioids and Steroids
It seems as though the opioid crisis is in the news everyday throughout the United States. Overdoses that often result in death are reported in big cities and small towns alike. And though we know that opioid abuse is rampant, we do not hear about steroid abuse as often, but it is a rapidly growing…
Read MoreRisks of Unapproved Vaginal Rejuvenation Procedures
Cosmetic treatments and medical procedures are not just to keep faces looking young. These days, many women are undergoing vaginal rejuvenation procedures to restore tissue to a more youthful state. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has serious concerns about these procedures, however, and warns women that they may do more harm than good.…
Read MoreAre Self Driving Cars Safe?
The recent death of a bicyclist in Arizona that was struck by a self-driving Uber test vehicle and the death of the driver of a partially-automated Tesla have raised new concerns over the safety of autonomous vehicles. While technology in self-driving cars can potentially save lives by “seeing” things the human eye cannot detect, these…
Read MoreDiagnostic Errors by Radiologists Alarmingly Common
Diagnostic errors can have serious consequences for patients. A misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis of a medical condition can prevent treatment from reaching patients in a timely manner and may do irreparable damage. Often these errors can occur in radiology, where a patient’s scans are read and interpreted. A recent report reveals that radiology error is…
Read MoreNew Jersey Passes New Seat Belt Law for School Buses
Riding the bus to school finally became safer in New Jersey. Under a new law recently signed by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, at the end of six months, all school buses manufactured for use in New Jersey must include three-point seat belts for all passengers to protect them in the event of an accident.…
Read MoreEMS and Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a patient is injured due to the negligence or carelessness of a medical professional. While all medical personnel deal with high stress situations, EMTs and paramedics face some of the most stressful. When negligence or carelessness cause injury to the victim of a medical emergency, EMTs and paramedics can be held…
Read MoreHospitals Do Not Always Protect New Moms
A recent investigation has uncovered shocking news about the safety of new mothers who give birth in hospitals throughout the United States. Although most women give birth without any serious problems, nearly 50,000 each year do suffer a severe injury, and about 700 die. The investigation, which was performed by USA TODAY, found that with…
Read MoreWhat is Assumption of Risk?
According to a U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), millions of people visit carnivals, fairs, and amusement parks every year. Although most of these people leave with good memories, too many leave with serious injuries caused by amusement park accidents. There are around 31,000 injuries caused by amusement park rides annually; this includes injuries serious…
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