Medical practices have rapidly moved telehealth, or telemedicine, into the mainstream in response to COVID-19. Restrictions from the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) severely curtailed many in-person medical appointments and procedures as a means of slowing the spread of the coronavirus. However, as helpful and convenient as…
Overprescribing medications does not always refer to taking too much of a single drug. Patients with complex medical needs are also at risk of side effects from mixing drugs. When your general practitioner or a healthcare provider in another setting prescribes medications, they have a duty of care to ensure overprescribing does not occur. The…
Recently the Secretary General of the US Department of Education stated to a COVID-19 committee that he could neither confirm nor deny that schools could be held legally viable if students contract the novel coronavirus when they return to school. The pandemic has left many organizations scrambling to implement health and safety measures, but will…
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), there are over 5,000 work-related burn injuries reported nationwide each year. This translates into around 8% of all workplace injuries. These injuries can range from minor incidents to major injuries that require skin grafts, or even amputations. How can workers protect themselves from burns on the…
Good oral health is necessary for overall health, and we trust our dental providers to perform procedures to help protect our health. Malpractice occurs when the basic standard of care is not met, which can result in injury. Causes for Dental Malpractice There are several factors that can lead to dental malpractice. In order to…
The prospect of surgery can be frightening. The knowledge that your safety is completely out of your control during the procedure can cause quite a bit of stress. We take comfort in the knowledge that those performing the surgery are well trained and competent. Even though anesthesiologists dedicate many years to training, situational awareness errors…
Anyone who has attempted to purchase food or other necessities recently has encountered rows of empty shelves. The current COVID-19 pandemic prompted consumer fears that led to stocking up on basic items and even hoarding important commodities. While this has been unnecessary, it has happened nonetheless, and shortages still exist in most stores across Georgia.…
Just like car accidents, accidents involving boats can be caused by any number of things. If you own a boat or are on the water a lot with others, it is important to know what to do in the event of an accident. Following these first steps can help reduce the number or severity of…
When a full mouth reconstruction results in you feeling less than able to smile, there is obviously a problem. Dental patients, who may have extensive oral health issues, whether due to disease or an accident, might need complete restoration procedures that would affect all the teeth. This type of treatment is intended to restore both…
Chiropractors should be licensed professionals. However, even a provider who is fully licensed can use ill judgement that results in injury. One of the major risks of chiropractic treatments is suffering further spinal damage. The spine is one of the most sensitive areas to treat in the human body. Careful consideration must be given with…
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