Embryos Destroyed After Equipment Failure
Recently, at a Cleveland, Ohio fertility center, a nitrogen storage tank malfunctioned, damaging more than 4,000 human eggs and embryos. Employees at University Hospitals Fertility Clinic are still trying to assess exactly what went wrong and how to avoid similar problems in the future. Understanding Cryopreservation Cryopreservation is the storage of fertilized embryos at sub-zero […]
Injuries and Deaths at New Jersey Surgery Centers
On the surface, freestanding same-day surgical centers seem to be a more affordable and convenient alternative to hospitals for routine procedures. Cataract surgeries, colonoscopies, cosmetic procedures, and pain injections are common surgery center procedures. Many doctors refer their patients to surgery centers because they offer easy scheduling and higher reimbursements from Medicare and insurance companies. […]
Victim Fatally Struck During Millville Pedestrian Accident
During a pedestrian accident in Millville, New Jersey, a car fatally struck the victim. Around 10 pm, on Wednesday night, the pedestrian was trying to cross North Second Street when a car hit the victim. After the victim was struck, a tractor-trailer swerved to avoid hitting the pedestrian. The victim succumbed to fatal injuries at […]
E-Cigarette Flavors Pose a Toxic Risk
E-cigarettes are often promoted as a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes. However, this is far from the truth. Like regular cigarettes, e-cigarettes expose the user to harmful substances including lead and nicotine. A recent study in the scientific journal Frontiers of Physiology uncovered new information about the flavors used in many e-cigarettes and the toxic […]
Automated System to Prevent Medication Errors
Approximately 200,000 avoidable fatalities occur each year in U.S. hospitals. The 2016 Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Ratings revealed that 1,134 hospitals received a safety score of C or below. According to a recent report by the Armstrong Institute for Patient Safety and Quality at Johns Hopkins Medicine (AIPSQ), stronger focus on patient safety improvements could […]
Harm of Saline in IV Bags
Two U.S. studies found that the saline solution used in intravenous fluid (IV) bags may not be safe for hospitalized patients. Researchers suggest that alternative balanced intravenous fluid, comprised of saline, potassium, and other ingredients that more closely resemble plasma be used to reduce the risk of kidney damage or death from saline solution IVs. […]
College Students Unaware of Drowsy Driving Dangers
Young adults are often cautioned about the dangers of drinking and driving, especially as they go off to college. College parties are typically rife with alcohol and drugs, which can lead to catastrophic accidents if attendees decide to get behind the wheel while under the influence. However, while many college students are aware of the […]
