Women’s Health & Medical Malpractice Claims Spring is here again, with warmer temps, sunshine, and beautiful flowers in bloom everywhere. As you celebrate all the important women in your life during May, don’t forget about it also being Women’s Health Awareness Month. Women of all ages should schedule regular check-ups, keep up-to-date on vaccinations, and …
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Read MoreCommon Mistakes to Avoid When Filing Medical Malpractice Claims Medical malpractice claims are filed all the time, but most have no idea what to do and what not to do until it happens to them. Mistakes can hurt your case and prevent you from receiving the compensation you deserve for your pain and suffering. It’s …
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Read MoreGetting Tested for Testicular Cancer Testicular cancer is one of the rarest but most treatable forms of cancer among men aged 15 to 44. If detected and treated early, the disease has a high survival rate and is 95% curable. However, testicular cancer can be very aggressive, spreading rapidly with tumors that can double in …
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Read MoreTips for Keeping Your Kidneys Healthy March is National Kidney Health Awareness Month, a time to reflect on how essential these two fist-sized organs are for the body. Your kidneys produce urine, filter wastes and excess fluids from the blood, and help regulate blood pressure and red blood cell production. Although your kidneys work hard …
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Read MoreHow Cerebral Palsy Affects Daily Life As one of the most common childhood motor disabilities, cerebral palsy affects nearly one million people in the United States. Thousands of babies are born with the condition, with countless other school-aged kids diagnosed with it every year. It’s estimated one out of every 345 U.S. children has cerebral …
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Read MoreIs It a Heart Attack or Chest Pain? Are you experiencing a dull, burning ache in your chest that’s getting worse? How do you know if it’s a heart attack or chest pain caused by something else? Recognizing the difference could save your life. February is the American Heart Association’s Heart Month, a time to …
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Read MoreFebruary is National Cancer Prevention Month, with World Cancer Day celebrated on Feb. 4. It’s a time to raise public cancer awareness about cancer detection, treatment, and prevention to save lives. Nearly two million Americans are diagnosed with cancer annually, with over half a million deaths expected. Of those deaths, some may have been caused …
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Read MoreIs It Time to Get Your Thyroid Checked? In recognition of January being National Thyroid Awareness Month, we have a vital question. When was the last time you had your thyroid checked? The American Thyroid Association estimates that 1 out of every 10 people (and at least 1 out of every 8 women) will develop …
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Read MoreUnderstanding Erb’s Palsy & Brachial Plexus Injuries January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month, a time to promote healthier pregnancies and highlight ways to reduce the risk of birth defects during delivery. It’s also a time to raise awareness and advocate for the health of children and families living with birth defects and injuries. Pegalis …
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Read MoreTips for Making Your Workplace More Accessible As many as one out of every four American adults has a disability, and many more will experience one within their lifetimes. Accidents, personal injuries, and medical errors are frequently the cause. As a personal injury and medical malpractice law firm, Pegalis Law Group, LLC often represents clients …
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