Unknown to most hospital patients, it is common practice in surgeries requiring device implants for the device manufacturer's sales representative to be present during the operation. Sales reps can help doctors practice using new technology for the first time on a...
Georgia police chief faces trial for DUI charges
The police chief in Milledgeville, Georgia, is facing the aftermath of his arrest on drunk driving charges. The chief was stopped on Aug. 18 near Ivey, Georgia, but only recently appeared in court to enter his plea to the DUI charges. He has worked at the department...
What are the symptoms of internal bleeding?
Surgical errors can happen in many ways, from leaving sponges inside patients to accidentally cutting into the wrong organs. Depending on the significance of the error, the patient's life could be in danger. While the most dangerous surgical errors are likely to be...
Death of singer draws questions about medical care
There is always a risk of medical errors, no matter who you are. The widow of Chris Cornell is suing over his death. Cornell, best known as a member of the band Soundgarden, struggled with anxiety. He was also prone to addiction, according to his wife. She claims that...
A lack of evidence doesn’t always mean you’re not ill
Most people will deal with a misdiagnosis at one point or another during their lives. For example, someone who has blood work performed might end up diagnosed with anemia or another condition only to find out later that it was not an accurate test because they hadn't...