Every year, at least 7 million people in New Mexico and across the U.S. are subject to a preventable medication error. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality says that 2% to 5% of all hospital admissions in the world are the result of such errors. Around 30%...
When someone dies prematurely due to another person's deliberate actions or negligence, that death is said to be "wrongful." In some cases, criminal authorities may get involved -- but when the death was an accident, the victim's survivors usually have to seek a...
You count on hospitals to provide you with the optimal care for your condition. Most patients know that they won't get perfect care in the emergency room; however, they still expect care that aligns with or exceeds the established standard of care. A patient who is...
Nobody's perfect, right? That's not a bad thought -- unless you're talking about someone whose mistakes could literally mean life or death for another human being. Pharmacists have to exercise considerable care during their daily work because a single mistake can be...
Despite the ample evidence that shows doctors make more errors when they are fatigued, many still have to work hours that would force someone in a different profession to quit. This atrocity is one that can lead to harm to patients who are counting on their doctors to...
Consistent pain and other problems could indicate that you may have a medical issue that may require medication or some type of treatment. When you think something is wrong, you probably call your New Mexico doctor and make an appointment to see him or her as soon as...
