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Facial Nerve Palsy Due to Birth Trauma

There are many nerves throughout the neck and face of a newborn which can be injured due to negligent treatment provided by doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers during birth. Infants with facial nerve palsies lose voluntary control of muscle movement in their face. These injuries, resulting in these palsies, are caused by trauma at
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Types of Cerebral Palsy That Can Affect Your Child

Generally, the word “cerebral” refers to portions of the brain, and “palsy” means compromised condition or weakness of muscles. Cerebral palsy is a condition caused by injuries to those portions of the brain which control muscle movement. These brain injuries may occur during labor, delivery or after birth when care is mismanaged or contraindicated. Three types of
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Study Looks into Why Bladder Cancer Is Misdiagnosed in Women

Recent studies have indicated that women with blood in their urine were less than half as likely as men with the same issue to be referred to an urologist for further tests. This may explain why women with bladder cancer are often subjected to delays in the diagnosis of their bladder cancer. Delayed diagnoses equate
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Errors That Occur During Surgery

There are risks associated with all types of surgeries. However, these risks can be significantly increased, and may result in injuries, if those providing surgical care fail to adhere to the required standards of care. Negligence by surgeons, anesthesiologists, or hospital staff members can have significant consequences for patients. Here are just a few examples
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Preventing Ladder Injuries at Construction Sites

Falls are the most common cause of fatal injuries at construction sites, and the use of ladders may be associated with such accidents. Using the correct ladder appropriate for a particular job, and having safe work habits, can prevent these occurrences and save lives. All employers should not only train their employees in how to
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