Over the last few decades, an increasing number of hospitals, physician practices and nursing homes have all come under the ownership of private equity firms. Hailed for their supposed efficiency (and profits), private equity firms are having a huge impact on modern...
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How poor healthcare worker communication can lead to medical malpractice
Poor healthcare worker communication is a significant issue that can adversely affect patient outcomes and safety, potentially leading to medical errors and malpractice. This concern spans across various aspects of healthcare delivery. Some of the ways that poor...
Women are at greater risk from heart attacks due to malpractice
Heart attacks can certainly happen to both men and women. In some cases, these individuals are able to go to the hospital or the doctor’s office and talk through their symptoms. If they get prompt treatment, they may be saved and make a full recovery. But there are...
Why failing to diagnose cancer is a major medical error
A cancer diagnosis is often the last thing that someone wants to receive from a medical professional. Cancer is a debilitating condition that requires treatment that can significantly diminish someone's quality of life. Many people battling cancer require invasive...
Safeguarding against medical malpractice before you have surgery
Before undergoing surgery, patients may naturally experience a mix of emotions, from anxiety to hope for improved health. Amid these feelings, the concern for medical malpractice, though unpleasant, is a valid consideration. Medical errors caused by negligent...
Why do people drive the wrong way on the interstate?
There are few car accidents as dangerous as a wrong-way accident on the interstate. This is a head-on crash, which is highly dangerous on its own, even with modern safety systems like airbags, crumple zones and seatbelts. Additionally, drivers on the interstate may be...
What do dangerous drivers look like?
When you read about vehicle crashes in the news, it is easy to categorize those responsible as dangerous. It’s easy to believe they are the exception rather than the rule and that most people you know would never be as stupid or reckless as the drivers in question...
How bad bedside manner can become medical malpractice
Massachusetts residents always want to be treated with respect when they see their doctors. Unfortunately, not all doctors have the best bedside manner; some are rude and even dismissive. This is when that attitude crosses the line into medical malpractice. Bad...
The scale of birth injuries and their classifications
While many babies in North Adams, Massachusetts, suffer minor injuries that heal soon after, some are more severe. Certain critical instances will recover with timely and appropriate medical care. However, others might result in permanent impairments. This might...
3 common kinds of birth injuries
Birth injuries, while relatively rare, can result in profound impacts on a newborn's life. They can also cause trauma for parents and other close family members. These injuries can range from mild to severe, with some leading to long-term disabilities. The occurrence...