Although medication must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) before being sold in the United States, drug injuries from both prescription and over-the-counter medicines can occur. In some cases, defective medicines cause harm. In others, unclear warning labels or instructions fail to provide important information to patients. Medications can also be mishandled […]
Indiana Medical Malpractice: When to Call an Expert
Mistakes happen. But when health care providers make mistakes, the effects may lead to chronic issues or even death. Studies have shown that over 250,000 deaths each year in the US may be related to medical errors. Medical malpractice is the failure of a medical professional to perform medical duties and/or provide the industry’s customary […]
What Causes Birth Injuries?
Accidents in the delivery room can lead to a lifetime of complications. What happens if a child is injured during birth? In this article, we’ll take a look at how often (and how) birth injuries occur. How Often Do Birth Injuries Happen? Birth injuries affect 6-8 of every 1,000 infants born in the United States. […]
Unintentional Poisoning Rises for American Adults
Did you know that prescription medication plays a major role in addiction and cause of death for adults in America? According to the CDC, prescription opioid sales almost quadrupled between 1999 and 2014. During the same time frame, the number of deaths related to prescription opioids grew by a similar amount. However, there was not […]
Watch Out for Medicare Scams
It’s unfortunate, but there are people who masquerade as “companies” in order to collect your personal information for their own financial gain. Medicare scams are especially common and could cost you or a loved one thousands of dollars. Avoid These Common Medicare Scams One of the best things you can do to prevent becoming a […]
