There are a number of mistakes that medical professionals in Iowa might make that could be harmful to patients. For example, there could be errors in dosing, prescribing or filling medications. Some patients may get infections from medical professionals who do not...
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Clinicians over diagnose patients with acute optic neuritis
Ophthalmologists and optometrists in Iowa have little trouble recognizing cataracts and glaucoma in patients, but other eye disorders present them with diagnostic challenges. A study of acute optic neuritis by university researchers found that eye care professionals...
It’s important to understand why dogs bite
Like most people, there's a good chance you have a soft spot in your heart for dogs (and many other types of animals). Unfortunately, man's best friend is not always as friendly as you expect. And this is why dog bites happen. Big or small, young or old, there is no...
Certain risk factors can contribute to birth-related injuries
People in Iowa who are expecting a child may wish to be aware of the chances of injury to babies caused by mechanical forces, including traction and compression. While such injuries are relatively rare, happening t only 6-8 infants for every 1,000 live births,...
Sleepy driving just as dangerous as drunk driving
Most people in the country and throughout the world generally understand that it is unwise and possibly illegal to get behind the wheel of a car after drinking alcohol. We all know on some level that choosing to drink and drive is not only dangerous for the driver who...
Which is more dangerous: Driving on pot or driving while texting?
Scientists have not studied the effects of driving while high on marijuana as extensively as they have studied the effects of driving while intoxicated. However, when it comes to public opinion, a recent survey indicated that adults believe driving while on pot is...
Drunk drivers: Intoxication and impaired driving kill
To drive safely, drivers need to be alert, well-rested and sober. When a driver chooses to get drunk or even simply has enough drinks to feel tipsy, that driver is putting others at risk when getting behind the wheel. Even though the legal alcohol limit for drivers is...
Delayed diagnosis continues to be a concern for HIV
People in Iowa and across the United States are still waiting for HIV diagnoses that are often delayed, according to a report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control. Studies show that HIV detection rates are improving, but many people live with HIV for some time...
What to do in case of dog bites
Anyone in Iowa who has been bitten by a dog knows from experience that dogs are not always man's best friend. In fact, 4.7 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year, with one out of every five requiring medical attention afterwards. In the majority of cases, the...
How teens with ADHD can avoid car accidents
Teens with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are one-third more likely to be in a car accident than those without the condition, according to a study published in 'JAMA Pediatrics." Researchers also say that individuals with ADHD tend to get their license at a...
