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 …
Continue reading “Birth Injuries & How They Affect New Mothers”
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 …
Continue reading “Types of Anesthesia-Related Injuries”
Read More
September 2019 News You Can Use Health Law Colloquium Register for October CLE Pegalis Law Group LLC Annual Health Law Colloquium Thursday, October 24, 2019 “Federalism, ERISA, and State Single-Payer Health Care. How to Make Sense of Future Legislation and the Impact on Population Health” 6:00 – 6:30p.m.- Registration & Networking -6:30- 8:00p.m. – Panel …
Continue reading “September News from PLG”
Read MoreIt’s possible that you could have a brachial plexus injury without even knowing that you have a brachial plexus in the first place. So, what is the brachial plexus? It’s a network of nerves that controls the movement and sensation in your hand and arm. To be more specific, signals are sent from your spinal …
Continue reading “What Are Brachial Plexus Injuries in Adults?”
Read MoreSeptember is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. How much do you really know about prostate cancer? It is one of the most common cancers in men, with about three million cases at any given time in the United States. Like many forms of cancer, early diagnosis is key. Many men are successfully treated for prostate cancer …
Continue reading “Prostate Cancer Awareness”
Read More
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 …
Continue reading “Facts about Heart Disease in Women”
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 …
Continue reading “Why You Need Immunizations”
Read More
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 …
Continue reading “Spotlight on Birth Injuries”
Read More
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 …
Continue reading “Signs You Need a New Doctor”
Read More
What is Lymphoma? Lymphoma is cancer of the lymphatic system which is part of the bodys’ germ fighting system. The lymphatic system is made up of lymph nodes, spleen, thymus gland and bone marrow. When cancer develops in the cells that make up your lymphatic system, it is known as lymphoma. There are two types …
Continue reading “Diagnosing and Treating Lymphoma”
Read More