Just the other day on out blog we featured the American Medical Association’s response to criticism that the association did little to reduce the number of preventable errors in a medical setting. Today, we’re hearing about a medical resident who has developed a checklist that appears to reduce errors and improve communication when handing a patient […]
The Importance of a Second Opinion Before Surgery
When you’re tasked with a major life decision like purchasing a home or picking a college to attend, you look around and examine all your options before making a decision. So why don’t we do the same when it comes to surgery? A lot of people seek out a second opinion prior to surgery, but […]
Diabetic Foot Infections Decrease…Or Do They?
Medical researchers claim the incidence of diabetic foot infections have fallen by 50 percent over the last 15 years, but are Americans really becoming healthier, or are the statistics simply being manipulated? Back in 2006, diabetic foot infections occurred in an average of 2.3 out of 100 individuals discharged with diabetes-related conditions. In 2010, that […]
Reigning Triple Crown Winner Cabrera Dealing With Bone Spur
Detroit Tigers superstar and 2013 Triple Crown winner Miguel Cabrera is dealing with a bone spur in his right ankle, which could cause him to miss time during a crucial set of September games. The Tigers currently sit 0.5 games back of the second Wild Card spot and 2 games back of the AL Central […]
Ankle Replacement Can Get You Back On Your Feet
According to a report by ABC 30 in California, more than 50 million Americans are affected by some form of arthritis. Roughly 10 percent, or 5 million of those individuals suffer from arthritis of the ankle. Arthritis of the ankle can cause a variety of different symptoms, including: Pain, both while standing and in non-weightbearing […]
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