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How is retinopathy of prematurity treated?

If your baby's birth in Ohio occurred before the 31-week mark, there is a chance that he or she could develop retinopathy of prematurity. According to WebMD, ROP is a condition of the eye affecting premature infants that can lead to vision loss. In addition to prematurity, your baby's birthweight is another indication of whether he or she may develop the condition. ROP can affect babies weighing less than 2.75 pounds at birth, and smaller babies are at greater risk. ROP affects the [...]

By |January 15, 2019|Blog|

Doctors who commit malpractice can still practice somewhere else

Despite their experience and the amount of time they spent in school, medical professionals are still human and can occasionally screw up. However, when a doctor makes a mistake, the results tend to be more life-threatening than other positions. A botched surgery could leave someone disabled for the rest of their days and reliant on other treatments and operations. Some of these failures have resulted in doctors surrendering their medical license in the state. It can make some of the [...]

By |December 27, 2018|Blog|

Recognizing retinopathy of prematurity malpractice

Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease that occurs in premature babies. Generally, it is most common in babies who are born prior to 31 weeks and weigh under three pounds. The disease causes blood vessels to develop abnormally on an infant's retina, which is a tissue in the back of the eye. These abnormal blood vessels can create several issues, including severe vision impairment and even blindness. According to the National Eye Institute (NEI), only around 30,000 of the [...]

By |December 21, 2018|Blog|

Donated organ takes unexpected journey

People in Ohio might assume that the system via which human organs are donated is well regulated with strong oversight to ensure patient safety. While that is a logical assumption given the extremely delicate and important nature of organ donation, a recent incident in the Pacific Northwest indicates this is not the case at all. As explained by The Seattle Times, an organization called the United Network for Organ Sharing oversees safety standard enforcement at the 58 organ procurement organizations nationwide. Each of [...]

By |December 13, 2018|Blog|

The Meaning Behind Each of the 13-Folds of the American Flag

The flag-folding ceremony represents the same religious principles on which our great country was originally founded. The first fold is a symbol of life. The second fold is for our belief in eternal life. The third fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran departing rank, who gave a portion of his or her life for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world. The fourth fold stands for our weaker nature. The fifth fold is a tribute to America. [...]

By |May 24, 2018|Blog|

Variable Speed Limits Can Reduce Congestion and Accidents

Speed limits that can change in real time according to traffic conditions help drivers avoid highway collisions. You're cruising along the highway and notice a few brake lights flash up ahead. You take your foot off the accelerator, but before you know it, you've closed the distance and nearly rear-ended the vehicle in front of you. Although the orange construction cones gave you a heads-up, you weren't prepared for the sudden slowdown. A new investigation suggests that alerting drivers to [...]

By |February 1, 2018|Blog|

14 automakers list more models in Takata air bag recall

DETROIT – U.S. safety regulators have released models from 14 different automakers that are being recalled to replace potentially deadly Takata air bag inflators. Documents posted Thursday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration include many made by Ford, Nissan, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Daimler Vans, Toyota, Tesla, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Mazda, Subaru, Jaguar-Land Rover, McLaren and Volkswagen. Toyota, Ford and Honda released some of their models last week. In December Takata recalled an additional 3.3 million faulty air bag inflators as it expanded [...]

By |January 19, 2018|Blog|

FDA Issues Warning for Injectable Silicone for Body Contouring and Enhancement

Washington, DC: the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an alert to the public and healthcare providers alike, stating that the agency has not approved injectable silicone for use to enhance or augment the body. Such use can lead to ongoing pain, infections, and serious injuries, such as scarring and permanent disfigurement, embolism (blockage of a blood vessel), stroke, and death, the agency warns. Silicone oil is a liquid polymer of siloxane that can be used in products [...]

By |January 19, 2018|Blog|

HP Notebook Computer and Mobile Workstation Battery Safety Recall and Replacement Program

HP recalls batteries for HP notebook computers and mobile workstations due to the lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Consumers can contact HP toll-free at 888-202-4320 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.HP.com/go/batteryprogram2018 or www.hp.com and click “Recalls” for more information. Laptop Computers, Desktops, Printers and more | HP® Official Site www.hp.com. In January 2018, in cooperation with various government regulatory agencies, HP announced a worldwide voluntary safety recall and replacement program for certain notebook [...]

By |January 8, 2018|Blog|

Hospitals Aren’t Telling Patients These Important Secrets

Once in the hands of medical professionals, you're in better hands…right? Not necessarily. Be sure to educate yourself before you get too cozy. A hospital isn't somewhere you typically want to go, but if you're going to be there, it's best to be in the know. In the know about what, though? The fallibility of hospitals and everyone within them. You may have already had this realization, particularly if you're around the age when the peers you went to high [...]

By |December 28, 2017|Blog|

Grieving After a Wrongful Death

The experience of grief is typically not very comfortable. We might experience a range of unpredictable emotions, we may feel very sensitive or disconnected, and the people around us may interact with us differently. However uncomfortable, grief is an important part of coping with change. It allows us to understand our loss and integrate into our lives. If we resist grief, the loss will continue to exist in a poignant way and can even lead to mental health concerns such [...]

By |December 8, 2017|Blog|

TAKATA AIR BAG RECALLS – FACTS

Know The Facts-They Could Save Your Life FACT: Nearly 70 million Takata air bag inflators are or will be under recall by 2019 – the largest and most complex auto safety recall in U.S. history. What's a Recall? A recall happens when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle, piece of equipment, car seat or tire poses a safety risk. FACT: Owners of certain Honda and Acura model years are at substantially higher risk of having faulty Takata air bags and need [...]

By |December 8, 2017|Blog|