Stroke Survivors Not Being Screened for Osteoporosis Despite Heightened Fracture Risk
May 1 officially marked the beginning of Stroke Awareness Month across the United States. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the nation,…
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Discrimination in Hospitals: Birth Injuries Hit Black Families Hardest
Despite the advanced medical technology and knowledge our doctors possess, the United States is the most dangerous country in the developed world to give birth.…
Common Painkiller Linked to Increased Stroke Risk in Older Diabetic Patients
Acetaminophen, which is frequently known by the brand name Tylenol, is one of the most commonly used over-the-counter painkillers in the world. While acetaminophen is…
Healthcare-Associated Infections Caused By Medical Malpractice
Recently, Kaiser Health News reported that 800 hospitals in the U.S. will lose one percent of their Medicare reimbursements for the fiscal year under the…
Is Cannabis Effective In Treating Brain Injuries?
According to scientific research, cannabis may be an effective way to manage symptoms of the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). CTE is often…
Electric Scooters Are Growing in Popularity, But Are They Causing Head Injuries?
In Washington, D.C. and other urban hubs across the nation, electric bikes and scooters have been gaining popularity as an alternative to driving. While using…
Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries May Increase Risk of Depression and PTSD
Each year, 2.8 million Americans, 30,000 of which are children, sustain traumatic brain injuries (TBI). These injuries can cause debilitating health conditions for the rest…
Fatal Medication Errors Affect Elderly Patients Most
Our elderly loved ones, who are members of one of the most vulnerable populations in the nation, need to be treated with a high level…
New Research Identifies Previously Unknown Triggers for Elevated Stroke Risk
Each year, one of every 20 U.S. deaths, which encompasses around 140,000 people, is caused by a stroke. Nearly nine in 10 of these strokes…
DC Ranks in Top 10 for Hospitalization, Death from Traumatic Brain Injuries
Recently, researchers at the University of California confirmed that head injuries can lead to serious brain disorders in the future. This study was the first…