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New Device Hopes to Lessen Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)

Modern healthcare employs many types of invasive devices and procedures to treat patients and to help them recover. But things don’t always go as planned, and these devices and procedures can lead to infections. These healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) may include central line-associated bloodstream infections, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, and ventilator-associated pneumonia. Infections may also occur […]

Everything You Need to Know About Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice is among the top three leading causes of death in the U.S. – just after heart disease and cancer. Each year, an estimated 440,000 people lose their life from preventable medical mistakes. That’s a pretty frightening statistic that makes widespread knowledge of medical malpractice essential to patient safety. Let’s start with the basics. […]

10-Year-Old Boy Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury After Termite Fumigation

A Florida family had their home sprayed for termites and returned two days later when they were told it would be safe. However, immediately following their return, they all began to feel ill. Peyton, a 10-year-old boy in the home, had trouble standing and speaking, so the family took him to a local clinic where […]

Asbestos and Mesothelioma: What You Need to Know

What is Asbestos? The United States Environmental Protection Agency defines asbestos as a mineral fiber that occurs in rock and soil. Its fibers are resistant to heat, fire and chemicals and do not conduct electricity. Because of this, asbestos has been mined and used widely in construction, automotive and other industries. It was widely used […]

Arizona Nursing Home Violations on the Rise Despite Improved Ranking Nationally

When searching for a safe home for your loved one, you must proceed with extreme caution. We always recommend you start your research online, but this isn’t a guarantee you’ve found a good home. That’s because the way data is presented can be very misleading. For instance, Nursing Home Report Cards shows that Arizona ranked […]