Medical errors are going down

A report released in December 2014 has found that preventable errors in hospitals, such as drug mistakes, bed sores and infections, were reduced by 17 percent between the years of 2010 and 2013. This has resulted in about $12 billion in saved health care costs and an estimated 50,000 fewer deaths associated with errors. The […]

Hospital malpractice issues in California

Although a hospital stay may be necessary for planned or unexpected health care needs, the environment can be overwhelming due to the many professionals and support staff involved in your care or that of a loved one. Standards are typically implemented to ensure that all who contribute to your care are working toward the same […]