The Deleterious Effect of Weekends, Holidays, and Nights on Medical Care
Gene Moen
April 4, 2016
A recent study confirms earlier research showing higher incidences of complications in medical care during "off hours"
A recent study confirms earlier research showing higher incidences of complications in medical care during "off hours"
A new study found that a gene that was known to be related to narcolepsy may also play a key role in reducing the risk of heart failure.
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Suing health care providers for money might sound to some people distasteful, but it accomplishes at least two very worthy goals.
Mike Eisenberg, son of patient advocate Dr. John Eisenberg, is making a documentary to educate the public about the current patient safety crisis.
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One hospital has taken an important step in increasing transparency at its hospital: it is addressing medical errors online, allowing the public access to these findings.