A doctor misdiagnosing medical conditions is bad enough from a legal and professional standpoint but getting the wrong diagnosis because of a patient’s race is a whole other can of worms to open. Researchers have found that race-based assumptions coded into diagnostic software for spirometers have led to the underdiagnosis of Black male lung patients. Some in the medical industry have held on to misconceptions for years that there are racial differences in health, such as Black people having lungs that were somehow worse than those of white people. A new study’s findings suggested that if curr ..read more

The thought of having a brain aneurysm could already scare the average person. However, getting it misdiagnosed could be worse. Unfortunately, doctors could misdiagnose brain aneurysms for several reasons. Doing so could lead to severe physical harm or death. Aneurysms happen when an artery in the brain develops a weak spot that bulges, which could rupture and cause a hemorrhage. Unfortunately, their usual symptoms are common in less severe conditions, including headaches, stiffness, pain behind the eyes and nausea. Sometimes, not all symptoms appear in a patient, making diagnosis more challen ..read more

Car crashes are a prevalent occurrence in Las Vegas. But of particular concern are multi-car accidents. These present a greater challenge when determining fault and establishing accountability. Due to the involvement of multiple vehicles, it becomes more difficult for victims who have sustained severe injuries to pursue personal injury claims. Determining who’s at fault Traffic laws and regulations play a critical role in establishing fault. Violations such as speeding, running red lights, or failing to yield can indicate negligence on the part of a driver. Eyewitness testimonies and ..read more

When you feel sick or sustain serious injuries, you seek the advice of a medical professional. The hospital should be an establishment for curing and caring for individuals. However, there have been instances when more harm came from seeking professional medical help. In Nevada, the law describes medical malpractice as professional negligence. If you wish to pursue a medical malpractice lawsuit due to professional negligence, you must be able to establish the following elements. You must establish duty You must prove to the court that you sought the medical counsel of a health care provider, a ..read more

We never plan accidents, which is the reason we call them accidents. Motor vehicular accidents happen more often than you would think. It does not matter who caused the car accident. As a driver, you should know what to do the moment you find yourself in one. Check if anyone sustained injuries The first vital step is checking whether the car accident caused harm, damage or even death. Remember to check yourself first. Dizziness or pain may indicate serious injury. If someone sustained any physical damages, no matter how minimal, you should call 911 immediately. Even if you believe you did not ..read more

While medical procedures are meant to help heal patients, there’s no denying how painful the more involved processes are, such as surgeries. These procedures involve cutting open a patient, and without anesthesia, patients would experience intense pain on top of the distressing experience of being cut open. Anesthesia helps patients by inducing a temporary loss of sensation or awareness. It eases them into a sedated state, allowing medical professionals to perform surgeries and other delicate procedures without fear of causing pain. However, even for a drug meant to help with painful surgeries ..read more

When you do not feel well and home remedies are not working, you see a doctor to help you understand what is wrong. You rely on their experience and skill to determine your medical condition and provide the right course of treatment after that. They must make the correct diagnosis; otherwise, your condition may worsen. All doctors and health care providers must deliver a medical standard of care, and that begins with a proper diagnosis. Therefore, they must thoroughly investigate each patient’s case before drawing conclusions. A failure to diagnose and a misdiagnosis can be detrimental or even ..read more

Of the different types of vehicles that can get into motor vehicle accidents, large trucks are some of the most terrifying automobiles to be involved in any crash. Their size and weight mean any collision they cause will result in damages and injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 8.9% of all vehicles involved in fatal crashes in 2020 were large trucks. In that same year, the National Safety Council also found that in large truck collisions, 67.7% of injuries sustained in large truck collisions were suffered by other vehicle occupants. If large trucks requir ..read more

A car accident can happen at any time, resulting in life-changing injuries. While a traumatic brain injury (TBI) is often recognizable from bleeding, slurred speech, or unconsciousness, some car crash victims may experience symptoms days or even months after the incident. Recognizing TBI symptoms Not everyone who suffers a brain injury will experience the same symptoms, which can make it hard to recognize a TBI. However, knowing what signs to watch out for may help victims receive the medical attention they need and claim damages. Traumatic brain injuries can be classified in two ways: a mild ..read more

As a commercial driver, you have a challenging job that often requires long hours on the road. Meeting tight deadlines and making deliveries on time can be stressful, and it is common to feel fatigued sometimes. However, driver fatigue is a serious issue that can have dangerous consequences on the road. The dangers associated with driver fatigue Driver fatigue is one of the leading causes of commercial vehicle accidents in Nevada, and for good reason. When you are tired, your reaction time is slower, your decision-making skills are impaired and your ability to focus on the road decreases. Thes ..read more