Humans make mistakes daily due to fatigue, misinformation, errors in judgment, and many other factors. Doctors are not immune to making mistakes. The reality is medical errors make up the third leading cause of death in the United States. Whether you’ve received abnormal test results or a seemingly risky surgery recommendation to treat a rare …
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Read MoreSkin cancer continues to be among the most common types of cancer in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates more than 100,000 new cases of skin melanomas are reported every year. Exposure to the sun’s invisible ultraviolet (UV) rays is one of the leading causes of skin cancer. While …
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Read MoreMaking Reopening Workplaces Feel Safe and Welcoming As more Americans are getting vaccinated for COVID-19, more workplaces are beginning to reopen across the nation. Below, Pegalis Law Group, LLC offers tips for making your workplace feel safe and welcoming to your employees. Making the transition as seamless as possible is in your best interest to …
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Read MoreFocusing on Men’s Health Month: Empowering You This Year June is Men’s Health Month, and it’s never too early or too late to prioritize your health. As advocates for healthy, proactive patients of all ages, Pegalis Law Group, LLC is shining a spotlight on ways men can feel empowered about making healthy lifestyle choices this …
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Read MoreMental Health Awareness Month: Are You Doing Alright? It’s been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. In honor of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, Pegalis Law Group, LLC is taking a look at the ongoing effects of the pandemic on mental health. In many aspects, the mental health effects have been just …
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Read MoreFocusing on Women’s Health Month: Empowering You This Year May is Women’s Health Month, and it’s never too early or too late to begin focusing on your health. Staying well while staying at home continues to be on everyone’s mind, even as much of the population plans to get their COVID-19 vaccinations by summer. As …
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Read MoreAre you thinking about filing a medical malpractice claim against your doctor or another healthcare provider? These types of claims have specific filing procedures that may vary by state. Thus, medical malpractice claims usually require professional expertise. As a law firm focused on medical malpractice cases, Pegalis Law Group, LLC outlines the process and what …
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Read MoreThe World Health Organization’s World Health Day is April 7. This year’s theme is “Building a Fairer, Healthier World,” promoting better access to healthcare for all. What a year it’s been since the COVID-19 pandemic first began affecting families worldwide. Below, Pegalis Law Group, LLC presents ideas for making the most of World Health Day …
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Read MoreMillions of Americans will suffer from severe vision loss within their lifetimes. While not all eye diseases and conditions are preventable, there are ways you can protect your eyesight and prevent future vision loss. In honor of March being Save Your Vision Month, Pegalis Law Group, LLC presents proactive ways to protect your vision below. …
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Read MoreMarch is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer kills thousands of people every year. However, thanks to more public awareness about the disease, the American Cancer Society reports that the death rate has been steadily declining in recent years. More people are getting screened for cancer for earlier diagnosis and treatment or are altering their …
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