One federal agency substantially lowered its standards in order to fill open positions, with significant and devastating effects to some of their patients.
Some post-operative complications are considered “known complications” or “risks of the procedure” after the fact, which provides a hindrance to plaintiffs proving their case
While plastic surfaces at hospitals harbor untold numbers of pathogens, replacing some surfaces with copper will decrease likelihood of hospital acquired infections thanks to the natural antimicrobial properties of the element.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is underreporting medical malpractice payments made for negligence of their providers, with long term, donwnstream risks for patient care.
A recent Swedish study found a relationship between stress related disorders and patients’ susceptibility to severe infections.
After determining that aspergillus mold had entered its operating rooms via gaps in the air handling systems, Seattle Children’s Hospital is upgrading its air filtration
A recent study found promise in smart phones helping patients track their symptoms to help diagnose and treat diseases.
Causation can be a very difficult, and sometimes insurmountable, hurdle in bringing a successful claim alleging a delay in diagnosing a condition.