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What is distracted driving?
Most people in Missouri and across the United States are very familiar with driving under the influence, but distracted driving engenders a few more question...
Why are surgical sponges left inside patients?
Some medical errors are called “never events” because these errors should never be committed by medical staff on a patient. One of these never events...
The dangers of a wandering mind while driving
Even if Missouri motorists keep both hands on the steering wheel and both eyes on the road, that does not necessarily equal driving without distraction....
Hospitals may set nurses up for medical errors
It is no surprise that nurses are some of the most overworked professionals. They often work long shifts, work off little sleep and still have...
Your rights and medical care center transfers: What you must know
One of the only ways to ensure that you get the best possible medical care is to take control and advocate for yourself. That is...
Is it time to get a second opinion after a cancer diagnosis?
A cancer diagnosis can be devastating and life-changing to the people of Missouri. The problem can be confounded even more if the condition is misdiagnosed...
Leading cause of emergency vehicle accidents: distracted driving
State law enforcement in Missouri keeps records at the county level of the incidence and causes of motor vehicle accidents involving emergency vehicles, such as...
The important distinction between misdiagnosis and delayed diagnosis
When it comes to a medical malpractice case, it is crucial to establish the exact nature of the offense. One of the central questions involved...
3 shocking facts about distracted driving
Distracted driving gets a lot of attention these days because of how deadly it can be. Also, it is becoming more prevalent, which is alarming....
Will your surgeon disclose medical errors?
Unfortunately, the answer to the above question is not necessarily. When it comes to discovering that your surgeon or someone else on your Missouri health...