Medication errors are a leading cause of harm for patients in New York and across the United States. According to the National Institutes of Health, hundreds of thousands of Americans suffer adverse reactions and health complications as the result of drug dispensing...
Month: August 2022
Alarming facts about large truck and bus crashes
New York highways and other thoroughfares are often congested with traffic. With that in mind, certain types of vehicles are more dangerous than others when collisions happen. These vehicles are buses and large trucks. Considering that, here's a closer look at a few...
Why are pedestrian fatalities spiking?
In 2021, 7,485 pedestrians died in motor vehicle accidents. It's the deadliest number in four decades. Of the 254 deaths from motor vehicle accidents in New York City, 108 were pedestrians. The Governors Highway Safety Association is a nonprofit that represents state...
Can you check if a doctor has had medical malpractice claims?
When you are choosing a New York doctor, it's possible to check if they have medical malpractice lawsuits or disciplinary action for unsafe behavior. It can, however, take some digging to thoroughly research the issue. Health care rating websites may not be up to...