Did you know that November is National Family Caregivers Month to recognize and honor family caregivers across the nation? The theme for 2019 is “Caregiving Around the Clock,” which is meant to bring attention to the way caregivers must manage challenges day and night. Using this month to draw attention to family caregivers affords the …
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Read MoreLake Success, New York, October 29, 2019…. Four attorneys from the New York plaintiffs’ medical negligence law firm, Pegalis Law Group, LLC have been named to the competitive New York Metro Super Lawyers® list for 2019. Less than five percent of all lawyers in New York are selected by Super Lawyers® following a rating of …
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Read MoreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is important because breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women, affecting about one in eight women. Treatment for breast cancer ranges from the removal of a minor lump to a double mastectomy, with additional treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy also …
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Birth injuries are a particularly tragic type of medical malpractice. It’s devastating to learn that a child will have a lifelong disability before he or she has a chance to enjoy childhood. Sometimes, new mothers are also affected by injuries during labor and delivery, and these can be fatal. After a wrongful death, families need …
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Read MoreThe development of anesthesia in the middle of the 19th century was a huge stride in the field of medicine, allowing doctors to perform surgery without causing pain to patients. Since those early days, many things have changed, and anesthesia has become much safer, due to advances in medications and technology. However, serious complications can …
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In the United States, heart disease takes the life of one woman every minute. About one in four women dies of heart disease, making it the leading cause of death for American women. Still, heart disease is often considered a “man’s disease” and many women do not realize how serious it is. Knowing the symptoms …
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Read MoreHave you had all your shots? You might think that vaccinations are just for pets and children, but it’s not true. Many adults are operating under this false assumption, and so they don’t take advantage of the protection vaccines can afford them. Ask your doctor and you’ll find out, there are many important reasons for …
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The birth of a baby is a highly-anticipated event, and most of the time, it’s a joyous occasion. When birth injuries occur, however, joy quickly turns to trauma. Some birth injuries are temporary, while others cause life-long damage. Some are immediately recognized, while some birth injuries aren’t recognized until the infant fails to meet milestones …
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If you’re not completely happy with your physician, it might be time to find a new one. There are a number of reasons why you might not be satisfied with your doctor’s services, and it’s important not to dismiss your own concerns. After all, if you aren’t getting the quality care you need from your …
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