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Category: Women’s Health

November 18, 2019

Stillbirth: What really happened?

Sometimes stillbirth has little to do with fate: it’s the result of negligent medical care.

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October 14, 2019

Diagnosing Breast Cancer

October 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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October 8, 2019

Birth Injuries & How They Affect New Mothers

Woman giving birth

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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February 11, 2019

Facts about Heart Disease in Women

Heart Disease affects men and women, Pegalis Law Group advises to know your risk factors.

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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February 4, 2019

Health Tips for Moms-to-Be

Expectant mothers should be wary of certain foods and disease.

If you’re an expectant mother, it’s important to take some extra precautions to ensure that you stay healthy throughout your pregnancy. For instance, you’ll want to take care to avoid foods that could put you at a higher risk of foodborne illnesses that could affect your baby. These foods include hot dogs, deli meats, soft …

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January 19, 2019

Maternal Death: A Look at a Preventable Tragedy

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 600 women die each year because of complications during pregnancy and delivery, and approximately half of those deaths are preventable. Factors such as unhealthy lifestyle choices and medical malpractice during prenatal care or during delivery can all put a mother’s life at risk. There are …

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