It’s a frightening experience to put your life in a surgeon’s hands. You are trusting him to perform a complex procedure while you are asleep, and you can only hope that he is a competent professional. But many patients awake to find that while their…
Most people are aware of the dangers of mixing prescription drugs with alcohol, but did you know that drinking grapefruit juice could be just as serious in some cases? Your doctor should have told you. A doctor’s failure to advise patients of the latest medication…
Potential Dangers Hiding in Your Refrigerator and Cabinets Studies have confirmed that everyone needs to watch what they eat, especially when taking medications. Some of the most common foods found in people’s refrigerators and pantries also can cause the most serious side effects when consumed…
Other Risks (Continued) Falls are also common in hospitals. Many seniors have mobility problems that often worsen after medication. Falls are a major contributor of injuries and deaths every year. Malnutrition is also common among the elderly. In fact, more than 50 percent of elderly…
Many seniors visit the hospital to treat chronic medical problems. Although a brief hospital stay is not a huge deal for many people, seniors often have a more difficult time. Senior care in a hospital poses more risks that are typically not apparent in younger…
Establishing Medical Malpractice Negligence The basis for bladder sling lawsuits is being able to establish medical negligence. When a surgical procedure causes injury to a patient, the surgeon may be held liable. There are important components of this type of case. You must be able…