Losing a loved one is the hardest thing you will ever have to go through. When the loss is due to the negligent or careless actions or inaction of another person, you will likely have feelings of anger and frustration along with grief. If you have lost someone due to…
A spinal cord injury occurs any time the spinal cord or the nerves surrounding the spinal column become damaged. According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC), approximately 282,000 Americans currently suffer from trauma due to spinal cord damage. A spinal cord injury will not only cause you immense…
Even the most skilled and experienced medical professionals can’t predict every problem that may occur during childbirth. There are, however, certain precautions that every doctor, midwife, or nurse should take when a patient is in labor, including monitoring a child’s heart rate. Failing to do so can have devastating consequences,…
Many people are surprised to learn that one of the most dangerous parts of undergoing surgery isn’t surgical intervention itself, but the administration of anesthesia to patients, which, if done incorrectly, can result in hypoxia, or oxygen loss to the brain. Steady oxygen flow is crucial to the proper functioning…
Many motorcyclists are drawn to Florida by its scenic roadways and year-round temperate climate. Unfortunately, riding motorcycles does come with its fair share of risk, as those who are involved in collisions are much more likely to suffer injuries than if they were in a passenger vehicle. Left turn accidents,…
After surgery or other medical treatment, many hospital patients need time to recover. Although being in the hospital can be stressful, it serves a useful purpose. Someone in a weakened state needs to be close to life-saving treatment in case they relapse or develop complications. Hospitals face many pressures to…
The spinal cord runs through a tunnel in the center of the spine. Unfortunately, this tunnel can become narrowed, which puts pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. The pain that many people experience can be excruciating. Some people are born with spinal stenosis, but many more people acquire…
