Where Injured People Come First
The beginning of a new year is a natural time to think about health goals, and one of the most important resolutions that American adults – especially women – can make is learning how to self-advocate effectively in health care settings. Self-advocacy does not mean...
Properly diagnosing the cause of a medical condition is a key responsibility for modern physicians. Doctors can draw blood or gather tissue samples for diagnostic testing in specialized facilities. They can refer patients out for imaging tests. They can ask a variety...
People seek care at emergency rooms for many different reasons. Frequently, people head straight to the emergency room on weekends, holidays and evenings when they have pressing symptoms. They know they cannot wait for an appointment during business hours....
Paperwork has become a standard component of modern medical care. Patients have to fill out a variety of legal documents to see a physician. They have to provide written approval for a doctor to share medical information with others. They may also have to affirm that...
Many states have enacted what are often called “medical apology laws” that prevent doctors’ expressions of sympathy and regret for a bad outcome – and in some states even an outright apology – from being used as evidence against them in a malpractice claim. One...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States, yet it is frequently misdiagnosed or overlooked. Many women experience different symptoms than men, leading to delays in diagnosis and treatment. When healthcare providers fail to recognize...
There are many aspects of medical care that people cannot manage on their own. Individuals can take over-the-counter medications to control certain symptoms. They can monitor themselves for an elevated body temperature or heart rate. However, people need the...
Prescription medications are only available with a doctor's recommendation. The rules limiting access to medications help protect the general public. Some types of medication pose a risk of abuse or addiction. Many others can cause health complications if taken...
The healthcare landscape is constantly evolving, and a recent trend gaining traction is the rise of private equity (PE) hospitals. These facilities are owned and operated by investment firms whose primary goal is financial return. While this model promises increased...
Illnesses can spread rapidly, and in some cases, they can put people at serious medical risk. Even common colds can be dangerous if someone has an underlying health issue, and more serious infections often carry a risk of death. When people fall ill, they turn to...