A recent recall of Children’s Advil highlights labeling and overdose risks that many doctors and parents may overlook. As parents, we often take the advice of our pediatricians, or follow labeling directions without a second thought. Unfortunately, sometimes manufacturers make …
A nationwide recall of 32 children’s medicines due to possible microbial contamination has many parents concerned. Safety concerns related to infant and children’s products are taken extremely seriously, and when a recall is issued, parents need to know how to …
In terms of birth injuries, medical errors involving fetal heart rate monitoring are among the more common. Fetal heart rate monitoring, also called cardiotocography, is important in preventing birth injuries like brain damage, scarring, and injuries to the mother. In …
Pregnancy is a time of joy and anticipation, but doctors warn that common medical conditions like gestational diabetes can overshadow that joy. Gestational diabetes may increase the risk of birth injuries, so it is important that expectant mothers understand the …
After giving birth, most women look forward to getting their bodies back to “normal”. This is especially true since a vaginal delivery can lead to such problems as vaginal laxity and dryness, sexual dysfunction, and stress incontinence. Non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation …
The United States is often viewed as one of the most innovative and progressive nations in the developed world. Even with our incredible advances in science and medicine, the question is still raised of if U.S. hospitals are safe for …
After more than a decade of injury reports and lawsuits, Bayer is finally stopping sales of the Essure birth control device. Currently only available in the United States, Essure will no longer be available as of the end of 2018. …
Erb’s palsy is a condition that is often confused with cerebral palsy because both are associated with nerve damage and paralysis. Though similar, the causes and symptoms of Erb’s palsy are different than those associated with cerebral palsy. Read on …
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has approved new federal safety standards for baby changing products. As a parent, you want to make sure that the products you use for your family are safe. Here is what you need to …
A new study shows that forceps deliveries are causing increasing trauma to moms and babies in Canada. The use of forceps during delivery is highly controversial, and many experts and researchers have warned that doctors are not properly trained to …