Advancements in medicines have helped heal patients from cancer, stabilize blood pressure, regulate heart rates, level blood sugars and offer relief of unpleasant symptoms such as pain. Although drugs have an incredible ability to assist patients with medical...
It is a common occurrence for women to receive an epidural during childbirth and/or prior to a cesarean section. The procedure involves a needle being inserted into a woman's spine with pain medicine to block the pain of childbirth or surgical incisions. Mothers in...
Gas stations with convenience stores are useful places to fuel up with gas (and coffee) on the way to work, but their layouts can be treacherous. In some cases, they are designed in such a way that cars can enter without significantly slowing down and there are not...
In Massachusetts and elsewhere, doctors have the responsibility to provide quality care and close monitoring of patients who undergo procedures. Failure to listen to patient concerns and monitor for signs of potential complications can lead to significant harm...
Many individuals in Massachusetts may be forced to consider around-the-clock nursing home care for a loved one or one's own care. It is often not ideal and usually very expensive. Sadly, one man claims to have suffered additional pain, suffering and medical care due...
More and more parents are moving in with their adult children. As nursing home costs continue to rise, some children and their parents find that living together may have certain financial and emotional benefits.But having a parent move in can be a big adjustment for...
