Hip dysplasia is a serious birth injury caused by complications during the labor and delivery process that results in broken femurs or other difficulties. What is hip dysplasia? Hip dysplasia is historically known as congenital dysplasia of the hip (CDH) and more commonly referred to as developmental…
Medication errors in regards to children are not just limited to overdoses. There are several other ways that children may be given medications that do not fit the illness for which they are being treated, or just do not work on their smaller bodies. Some…
Medical malpractice may come in many forms. One of the ways that mistakes are made in the medical profession is related to the types of medication prescribed, as well as their doses. In children, prescription medications can pose a particular danger. Their smaller size means…
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…
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…
Nursing homes can be breeding grounds for Clostridium difficile, a type of bacteria known for causing a painful condition called colitis. In some cases, nursing home residents are neglected and not given the proper medical care they need to treat cases of colitis before they…