Courtesy of Florida Health Vibriosis causes an estimated 80,000 illnesses and 100 deaths in the United States every year. People with vibriosis become infected by consuming raw or undercooked seafood or…
When planning for the birth of a new baby, there are many options and decisions that soon-to-be new moms need to make. One of the most important decisions is choosing a healthcare provider during your pregnancy. One type of provider…
Article by: DR. EVAN MALONE NON-LAWYER BOARD-CERTIFIED INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN It is not difficult to speak with someone and not have them share their first-hand experience with SARS-CoV-2 infection. If anything, someone close to them has been infected and impacted…
Opioid Epidemic—How Did We Get Here? According to a report from the National Institute on Drug Abuse, in the early 1990s through 2012, opioids were commonly prescribed to relieve pain. But over time, abuse of the drugs grew. Some facts…
Pensacola Medical Malpractice Pensacola medical malpractice is a controversial issue nationwide, pitting doctors and hospitals against lawyers and patients in a he-said, she-said battle over healthcare providers’ responsibility, the cost of malpractice insurance, and so-called “tort reform” measures in states…
Informed Consent for Minor Patients The law authorizes parent(s) or guardian(s) of a minor (anyone under the age of 18) to give informed consent for most medical decisions on behalf of the child. Claims by parents alleging treatment of a…