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How Many Deaths are Caused by Medical Errors?
When patients seek medical care, they expect to receive a proper diagnosis, treatment for their condition, and follow-up care as needed. Even with the understanding that some medical conditions cannot be prevented or ultimately cured, patients do not expect to suffer new or further harm, let alone death, at the hands of their caregiver….
Is It Medical Malpractice to Over-Prescribe Opioids?
Opioids are a necessary choice for many sufferers of chronic pain conditions, victims of recent accidents, and those who have recently undergone surgery. However, opioids are potent and dangerous substances that carry an extreme risk of addiction. Medical professionals can be held responsible for over-prescribing opioids to their patients. However, there are specific criteria…
The Top 7 Most Common Prescription Drug Errors
Prescription drug errors can leave patients with debilitating physical injuries resulting in lasting disabilities and physical pain and suffering. One of the best ways to avoid prescription drug errors is to educate yourself about how and when they occur. The following offers an overview of prescription drug errors and information on protecting yourself from…
What to Do if You Were Prescribed the Wrong Medication
Medication-related mistakes affect the lives of thousands of Americans every year. When a doctor prescribes the wrong medication and a patient is injured, the consequences can lead to permanent injury, worsening conditions, or even wrongful death. Doctors may be held accountable for incorrectly or carelessly prescribing prescription medication. If you have reason to believe…
What Is the Difference Between Medical Error and Medical Malpractice?
If you or a relative suffered an injury during a medical procedure, experienced negative side effects from medical treatment, or feel as though a medical professional failed to adequately treat a condition using reasonable care, it is possible you have grounds for a medical malpractice claim. However, not every mistake a medical professional makes…
Oregon woman dies from hospital medication error
A hospital in Bend, Oregon is investigating how a patient was administered the wrong medication, leading to her death. Loretta Macpherson, 65, came to the ER earlier this month with medication questions after a recent brain surgery. Upon arrival, doctors determined Loretta needed an intravenous anti-seizure medication called fosphenytoin. Instead, she was accidentally given…