Erroneous dosages can be dangerous
Patients in Iowa may have been exposed to higher or lower drug doses than were safe or necessary for their care. This is an issue that can occur when doctors write prescriptions. Accidentally prescribing or giving a patient a much higher dose can have severe consequences for the patient’s health. Drugs for depression that require […]
Higher speed limits could make roadways less safe
Motorists in Ohio and across the United States are driving faster legally, and it is leading to an increased number of traffic deaths. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that speed limit hikes between 1993 and 2013 led to an additional 33,000 road fatalities. According to the IIHS, in 2013 alone, the increased speed […]
Surgery might not benefit some prostate cancer patients
When an Iowa man is diagnosed with early-stage prostate cancer, it may be recommended that he consider certain treatment options that could include prostate cancer surgery. However, a long-term study found that those with localized tumors did not benefit from the surgery. In fact, the risk for complications was particularly high even though those who […]
Several large cars honored in safety tests
Three large car models that are popular with Iowa motorists have received top honors in safety tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The Lincoln Continental, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and Toyota Avalon were all named Top Safety Picks Plus by the IIHS, the arm of the auto insurance industry charged with promoting automobile safety. […]
A car accident can cause many types of injury
There is never a good time to be involved in a car accident. Not only can this cause damage to your vehicle, but it can lead to a variety of physical and mental injuries as well. Since car accidents have the potential to cause serious injury, it’s important to take extra care with your health […]
July 4 holiday sees increase in auto claims
According to a leading, auto accident claim rates are 7 percent higher on July 4 and the three days leading up to it compared to Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. The claims rate may increase because of increased traffic . Furthermore, Iowa drivers may be tired or on routes that they are not familiar […]
Judgment leads to $28.9 million in malpractice damages
Iowa residents may be wise to seek a second opinion when their doctors are unable to remedy their underlying health issues and claim that little more can be done. A Missouri woman who spent five months pleading with her physician to run additional tests was left incapacitated because the delay allowed an undetected and potentially […]
SGLT2 inhibitors may increase risks in some diabetes patients
Iowa residents who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes should be aware that a certain class of drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors could potentially increase the risk of ketoacidosis, a complication that could be life-threatening. These drugs include Glyxambi, Farxiga, Invokana and other brand names. Ketoacidosis is a condition that can cause abdominal pain, vomiting […]
Determining liability in a dog bite case
If an Iowa resident is bitten by an animal, the owner of that animal may be liable for any damages that a victim incurs. For instance, the animal’s owner may have to pay a victim’s medical bills or reimburse a victim for property damage. Punitive damages may also be a part of any settlement or […]
The symptoms associated with a collapsed lung
When Iowa residents suffer a collapsed lung following an accident or a surgical error, they may experience a number of complications. If it is not treated or properly monitored, it can have an adverse impact on a person’s quality of life. When a lung collapses, air leaks into the space between the lung and the […]