Nursing homes are excellent breeding grounds for candida auris superbug
October 2, 2019
The candida auris superbug is dangerous and often found in nursing homes.
The candida auris superbug is dangerous and often found in nursing homes.
Electronic Health Records can have benefits to providers and patients, but there are serious risks as well.
After years of litigation and illnesses and death, the FDA is moving to improve the safety of duodenoscopes
A recent study found that pediatric patients who received telemedicine care were less likely to go on to receive inpatient care than patients who received in-person neurology care.
Defendants nearly always require confidentiality when settling claims. While it benefits them, it most often does not benefit the safety of all patients.
A recent study of seven hospitals in the UK found the presence of all manner of insects, 90% of which were carrying bacteria potentially harmful to humans.
Half of all injuries suffered by patients is preventable. Of those injuries, 12% are considered severe.
A recent study found there was no significant difference in outcomes between doctors trained under 100 hour work week conditions and those working fewer hours.
Recently an intrepid New York Times journalist compelled the North Carolina Children’s Hospital to release mortality data. This led to changes and improvements in patient safety.
Reading the notes generated from your medical visit can help you stay on top of your own health, including catching errors that may be corrected before harm results.
