Most people understand that a stroke is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that could lead to serious injuries. There are different types of strokes and strokes of varied severities so it is possible that some could be missed or misdiagnosed despite...
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Medical Malpractice
Certificates of merit in West Virginia malpractice claims
If you’re the victim of another party’s negligence in West Virginia, you have every right to demand compensation for your suffering and losses -- but medical malpractice claims require you to jump through a few extra hoops before you get started. Specifically, WVa...
Perineal tears and childbirth: A hidden tragedy
Motherhood is a beautiful thing, but childbirth can be traumatic -- especially when something goes wrong. While most new mothers expect to be handling a lot of diapers, they don’t expect to be wearing them, but that’s exactly what can happen when a new mother suffers...
How common are misdiagnoses of women’s heart attacks?
If you're experiencing abnormal symptoms where you just don't feel right all of a sudden, then it's likely that you may skip your doctor's office and head right for your local hospital's emergency room. You expect them to have all the different types of doctors you'd...
Who can be sued (other than your doctor) in a medical malpractice case?
If you or someone you love are hurt due to medical negligence or other issues in a hospital or clinical setting, you may be in a position to file a medical malpractice case. Normally, people file medical malpractice claims against the provider who made an error, but...
Does race play a role in medical malpractice for pregnant women and their infants?
The statistics regarding racial inequalities in the American health care system are profound when it comes to maternal mortality rates before, during and after labor and delivery. While Black females only account for 13% of women in this country, they die in...
Iron deficiency anemia is a risky condition for women of childbearing age
There are many women’s health issues that go misdiagnosed or completely undiagnosed despite how common they are. One of those is iron deficiency anemia, which can be harmful — or even deadly — if it isn’t treated in time. This is the most recognized form of anemia,...
Common causes of a delayed cancer diagnosis
Simply put, the sooner you receive a cancer diagnosis the better chance you have of beating the disease. Unfortunately, receiving a diagnosis while your cancer is still in its infancy is easier said than done. Not only do you have to take steps to obtain the proper...