Cerebral palsy, a group of disorders that affect muscle tone and movement, often originates from brain damage during a child's early development. According to Cerebral Palsy Guidance, over 10,000 babies are born with cerebral palsy each year, and as many as 1,500...
Medical malpractice
The importance of accurate ovarian cancer diagnoses
Receiving a diagnosis of ovarian cancer is a life-altering event. However, in some cases, healthcare providers may have missed or delayed the diagnosis due to various factors. Consider the possible reasons for misdiagnosis in ovarian cancer cases. Symptoms...
Is a second opinion necessary?
Receiving a concerning diagnosis can leave you feeling skeptical and uncertain. While it is not a requirement to have a second opinion, choosing to get one can help you identify what to do next. Knowing when to take this extra step can make a difference in your...
3 causes of sepsis
One in three hospital deaths in the United States is due to sepsis, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Yet, it is probably not something that crosses your mind when you think about ways to die. What is sepsis? Many people know sepsis as...
Diagnostic errors: By the numbers
A recent study of medical malpractice claims by an insurance company carries an understated title: “Room for Improvement.” Yes, there is undoubtedly a lot of room in which doctors, nurses and hospitals in Georgia (and across the U.S.) can improve patient safety in...