There are many medical procedures that are dangerous for patients of any age, but there are several that have an increased risk if you're over the age of 50. It's important for medical providers to discuss with you the increased risk of these procedures. If they don't...
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Month: March 2018
3 kinds of medical errors put you at risk
Doctors sometimes make medical errors that threaten the lives of their patients or put them in harm's way. While errors don't always leave a lasting impact, it's very important for doctors to recognize how a single error could change the course of a patient's...
Elopement: When patients flee in poor mental states
Imagine taking someone you love to the hospital. She wasn't acting normal when you saw her, so you rushed her there. She had been acting like she didn't know who you were and was confused about where she was. You thought she must be ill.At the hospital, the doctors...
What common surgical errors can hurt patients?
Every surgery has the potential to be dangerous to the patient. Even an experienced surgeon could make a mistake depending on if he or she has had enough sleep or if he or she is used to this particular surgery. It's important for patients to understand common errors...