Ohio gets all four seasons, which brings as many problems as it does benefits. If you have a family member who needs support and now lives in a nursing home, then you need to familiarize yourself with some of the seasonal concerns surrounding the care that they...
Year: 2021
When are bicyclists most apt to have accidents?
The warm days of spring and summer have finally started to set in here in Northeast Ohio. You'll likely start seeing an uptick in bicyclists as a result. Bicycling serves as an excellent opportunity to get in some exercise in the fresh air. This activity comes with...
Could you have PTSD after an injury?
When you suffer physical injuries, most of them will likely heal in time. Yes, it may take tens of thousands of dollars in hospital care, and it may take years, but your body will heal. But what if your mind doesn’t? Could you still suffer from post-traumatic stress...
How an “apology program” can help reduce medical errors
Medical mistakes are the third most common cause of death in this country. If you’ve suffered harm or a loved one has died due to a medical error, that might not be an astounding statistic to you. You probably also have found that medical providers and those who run...
The hidden issue with a fast settlement after a car crash claim
You got into a car crash when someone ran a red light or didn't look up from the text message on their phone while backing out of their driveway. You suffered a noteworthy injury, possibly a broken bone. You have a good prognosis, medical bills and a few weeks of...
What does obtaining a patient’s informed consent entail?
Doctors don't have the right to perform procedures on you without your informed consent. There are certain details that your physician must cover as part of the process of obtaining that consent. Any physician who fails to secure your consent may perform a procedure...
How can I stay safe on my motorcycle?
As a motorcyclist, you are at greater risk than most road users. You do not have a metal cage to protect you. You only have two wheels of contact with the road, and you are smaller and less visible than the cars and trucks that surround you. These factors alone make...
Why having a doctor of the same gender can improve your medical care
Do you prefer seeing doctors of your own gender? Many people feel more comfortable sharing personal health concerns with and being disrobed in front of a doctor who shares their gender. If you’re a woman, having a female doctor may improve your outcome if you have a...
Should you turn off the music when you drive?
There’s no doubt about it: It’s fun to have music on when you drive. It may be the one time of day that you really have time to sit back and listen to your favorite songs. It may help get you through those daily commutes to work, which are so boring otherwise. It may...
The time limit on filing a medical malpractice suit in Ohio
The Buckeye State is known for many things. One thing that Ohio is famous for, at least in medical malpractice law circles, is the short length of time you have to sue a hospital, doctor or other healthcare provider for malpractice. Here in Ohio, the statute of...