Examining the Types of Cerebral Palsy & How It Affects Children Commonly referred to as CP, cerebral palsy is a condition characterized by a lack of body movement coordination. Cerebral refers to the cerebrum, the part of the brain responsible for motor function development. Palsy refers to paralysis of voluntary body movement. Cerebral palsy in …
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Read MoreStaying Healthy in 2020: Pledges of a Proactive Patient Navigating healthcare and being a proactive patient isn’t always easy, but it’s especially challenging amid the worldwide coronavirus pandemic. Although many of us are still self-isolating and social distancing to flatten the curve, it’s essential to pay attention to your health and remain up-to-date with your …
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Read MoreThe Significance of World Blood Donor Day (WBDD) Every year, thousands of volunteers come together to make World Blood Donor Day possible on June 14. The day serves as a friendly reminder about the importance of donating this precious life-saving gift. Many patients with serious medical conditions benefit from blood donation, as well as those …
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Read MoreWe all yearn to be healthy and happy, and yet for many of us, we don’t know how to achieve this. Far too many of us blindly hand over the keys to our health and well-being to our doctors. However, much of being happy and healthy is about being a proactive patient and taking the …
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Read MoreLosing a baby during pregnancy is one of the most difficult experiences in life. If it occurs before the 20th week of pregnancy, it’s usually referred to as a miscarriage, while anything beyond that timeframe is considered a stillbirth. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates about 24,000 stillbirths occur in the United …
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Read MoreAbout one out of every 20 pregnancies is affected by a medical condition known as preeclampsia. High blood pressure, rapid weight gain, and swelling in the face, hands, and feet are symptoms commonly associated with preeclampsia. However, since these symptoms are often present in pregnancies, it can be difficult determining when something is amiss. Preeclampsia …
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Undiagnosed colorectal cancer (CRC) is a danger facing many Americans, especially younger patients under the age of 50. Colorectal cancer includes colon and rectal cancer and is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. As advocates for patient safety for nearly 50 years, Pegalis Law Group is passionate about educating the …
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Read MoreWhat Is Considered a Construction Accident Injury Claim? Thousands of Americans are injured or killed in construction accidents every year, resulting in numerous personal injury and wrongful death cases in the legal system. Construction accident injuries vary from minor to catastrophic, including broken bones, concussions, burns, and even paralysis caused by a traumatic brain injury …
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