The CDC released a new report last week that analyzed the malignant mesothelioma death rate in the United States, concluding that the number of deaths each year should finally peak by 2010 and return to background levels by 2055. Although the first asbestos case was filed… Read More
Mesothelioma is a fatal form of cancer which is caused by breathing asbestos fibers. While most diagnosed cases have occurred among people who worked around the toxic substance, second hand asbestos exposure can also cause health problems and mesothelioma lawsuits have been successfully brought by spouses,… Read More
March 2009 is being observed as National Brain Injury Awareness Month by the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). A nationwide campaign is being conducted to help raise awareness about brain injuries and the importance of providing treatment, rehabilitation, support and resources for victims and their… Read More
Research suggests that between 550 and 650 people are affected every year by surgery fires, and many of these sudden fires result in severe and disfiguring burns. A combination of electrosurgical tools, oxygen and paper hospital drapes could cause a sudden fire to ignite in the… Read More
New research from Australia highlights the high societal costs that can be caused by cerebral palsy, including costs of treatments, lost well-being and premature deaths. In some cases cerebral palsy is caused by a medical mistake at the time of birth, which could have been prevented… Read More
New government estimates from the Department of Health and Human Services' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) indicate that avoidable surgery mistakes cost employers nearly $1.5 billion each year. According to the data, about 10% of all deaths that occur within 90 days of surgery… Read More
A lawsuit has been filed against the manufacturer of Botox by the parents of a four-year-old Maryland boy, whose death in 2007 was attributed to off-label injections of the anti-wrinkle cream which were prescribed to help improve his symptoms of cerebral palsy. >>PRIOR POST (2/9/2008):… Read More
Researchers at UNC Chapel Hill are conducting a groundbreaking study involving adults with cerebral palsy. The use of water exercises which allow intense movements without straining already sore joints, are designed to help maintain and improve strength, mobility and independence as the adults age. Generally, there… Read More
New research suggests that childhood exposure to lead paint can cause irreversible brain damage and a propensity to commit crimes in adulthood. Lead poisoning is often caused by young children eating flaking paint chips in poorly maintained rental properties in urban areas with older homes. Researchers… Read More
Many medical misdiagnosis lawsuits are directly attributed a competent doctor who simply failed to give their full time and attention to the patient they were treating. Disorganization, trying to treat too many patients too quickly or simply being lazy can cause a doctor to miss critical… Read More
