Nearly everyone is getting in on self-driving cars, which some people feel is one of the greatest things since sliced bread. For years, science fiction books and movies have been predicting this turn in technological advancements. Many people are ecstatic about the...
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The race of a newborn and the doctor can affect survival chances
The level of health care received in the U.S. is too often impacted by patients’ race. That disparity in the level of care and the subsequent outcomes can start at birth or even before. A study published in 2020 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences...
Did a doctor administer an abortion drug during labor?
The brand name medication Cytotec is a drug that doctors administer for a variety of reasons. Misoprostol, the generic name for the drug, is a name some people may recognize. It is the drug administered in conjunction with mifepristone to induce a medical abortion in...
3 mistakes to avoid when driving around large trucks
Large trucks are a common sight on roads and highways throughout Louisiana. They are a necessary part of the economy but present hazards to other drivers. Larger trucks have several downsides. For example, they take longer to stop than smaller vehicles and have more...
Should I accept an insurance claim?
If you’ve been injured, you may be contacted by the insurance company when you make your claim. They can offer you a settlement, saying that they just want to settle your claim so that you can get the money you need to pay your bills. This is often very attractive...
The most dangerous 27 seconds when you’re driving
Driving is always inherently risky. There's a certain level of danger that every driver faces. This is because most of your safety is completely out of your hands. You could be injured when another driver makes a mistake or when there is a mechanical issue with your...
How can prolonged labor lead to injuries at birth?
For any expectant mum, one of the most nerve-wracking moments of the pregnancy is when labor sets in, and she sets off for the delivery room. Depending on the individual, labor can last for a couple of hours, and most often, the delivery process is usually smooth....
Missing the signs of placental abruption can be fatal
Most women go through labor and delivery without any issues. For some, problems arise during this stage of pregnancy that can be fatal. The team that’s caring for the woman must work hard to ensure that she and the baby are safe. One way to do this is to monitor vital...
Off-label drug use could be fatal during labor and delivery
After months of pregnancy, the start of labor is exhilarating, if not panic-inducing. Expectant mothers typically rush to the hospital so that there is a licensed medical professional overseeing every stage of their active labor. These women trust the doctors and...
Lawsuit over nursing home residents appears close to settling
We’ve seen multiple instances where nursing homes were woefully unprepared to deal with the effects of weather events on their facilities and their residents. One of these occurred last year during Hurricane Ida. Over 800 residents of seven Louisiana nursing homes...