If you play amateur or professional sports in New Mexico, you're probably no stranger to the occasional injury. You may even get back up on your feet after a painful accident because you think you can just "shake it off." As an athlete, it's not your job to diagnose...
What to know about C-section dangers
Every year, thousands of women undergo a cesarean section (C-section) in New Mexico. While this surgery can protect the mother and child in certain situations, it also comes with its own set of risks. If the mother or baby experiences injuries as a result of the...
Can a doctor fail to diagnose preeclampsia?
While modern medicine has made pregnancy easier for women in New Mexico and around the country, it still comes with its share of complications. Every year, thousands of women suffer from a complication known as preeclampsia. Preeclampsia is typically not hard to...
Pneumonia symptoms could conceal a more dangerous condition
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in New Mexico and around the country, but data from the American Lung Association reveals that only about 16% of the people who suffer from the disease receive a timely diagnosis. Doctors struggle to diagnose lung...