One person dead, dozens injured in multi-car crash on Long Island Expressway
A multi-vehicle pile-up on the eastbound Long Island Expressway Wednesday afternoon resulted in one fatality and at least 32 other people suffering varying degrees of injuries. According to an Associated Press report from Shirley, N.Y., the pile-up happened just before 3 p.m. There were multiple vehicles involved in the accident … [Read more...] about One person dead, dozens injured in multi-car crash on Long Island Expressway
Maxipime Side Effects May Result In Fatality Lawsuits
Maxipime Side Effects Linked to Patient Deaths. Maxipime deaths have become a growing concern for the medical world. ‘Maxipime’ also known as Cefepime is an antibiotic currently used in the treatment of a variety of infections due to susceptible strains of microorganisms. ‘Maxipime’ related deaths have come to the attention … [Read more...] about Maxipime Side Effects May Result In Fatality Lawsuits
Man Killed by Falling Construction Crane in New York City
A construction crane with a boom nearly 600 feet high killed a 38-year-old pedestrian when it crashed onto Worth Street on Friday, February 5. David Wichs was killed on his way to work and three others were injured by the falling crane. Workers were attempting to secure the crane’s tower during a snowstorm with winds of about 20 … [Read more...] about Man Killed by Falling Construction Crane in New York City
Boston Scientific Recalls Chariot Guiding Sheaths Due to Risk of Shaft Separation
Medical device maker Boston Scientific has voluntarily recalled the Chariot Guiding Sheath worldwide because of the risk of shaft separation, which could cause permanent injury or death. The recall, which was initiated on November 19, 2015, affects all lot numbers of the Chariot Guiding Sheaths. A full list of lots numbers can be … [Read more...] about Boston Scientific Recalls Chariot Guiding Sheaths Due to Risk of Shaft Separation
Three Long Island Nursing Home Aides Sentenced to Three Years Probation in Death of Resident
Three nurse's aides at a Medford, New York nursing home who admitted they did not respond to alarms notifying them that a resident was in medical distress have been sentenced to three years’ probation and one was ordered to perform 840 hours of community service. The women—Patricia DiGiovanni, 64, of Port Jefferson Station, … [Read more...] about Three Long Island Nursing Home Aides Sentenced to Three Years Probation in Death of Resident
Olympus Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit over Contaminated Duodenoscope
A wrongful death lawsuit against Olympus America, Olympus Medical Systems Corp. and Custom Ultrasonics has been filed over the use of an allegedly contaminated medical scope. The suit was filed on behalf of a woman whose husband died of an antibiotic-resistant infection after undergoing a routine Endoscopic Retrograde … [Read more...] about Olympus Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit over Contaminated Duodenoscope
Senators Write NHTSA, Raise Concerns about how Takata will Manage Airbag Recall
Democratic Senators Richard Blumenthal and Edward Markey are asking regulators how they will keep Takata Corp. accountable for their recall of air bag inflators, which have been linked to at least eight deaths in the US. The problem is that the inflators can lead to air bag explosion during a crash, propelling shrapnel towards … [Read more...] about Senators Write NHTSA, Raise Concerns about how Takata will Manage Airbag Recall
Cardiac Surgery Device Linked to Infections
Heater-cooler systems, medical devices used to heat or cool a patient's blood during heart surgery, have been linked to potential bacterial infections. WellSpan York Hospital in Pennsylvania recently warned 1,300 patients that they may have been exposed to a bacterial strain known as nontuberculous mycobacterium while undergoing … [Read more...] about Cardiac Surgery Device Linked to Infections
Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit Filed after Strangulation Death
There are questions of abuse and neglect surrounding the death of a nursing home resident in North Carolina. According to Star News Online, Mary Bowling was an 89-year-old widow at Carolina Rivers Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Her death certificate and medical examiner reports indicate doctors believed she was strangled on Sept. … [Read more...] about Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit Filed after Strangulation Death
Device Used During Surgery Linked to 8 Infections, 4 Deaths at PA Hospital
A device used to heat and cool a patient's blood during heart surgery has been linked to infections in 8 patients at a Pennsylvania hospital. The New York Times reports that four of those patients have died, but it is unknown whether their deaths were a direct result of the infections. On Monday, WellSpan York Hospital said it was … [Read more...] about Device Used During Surgery Linked to 8 Infections, 4 Deaths at PA Hospital
Does the Flu Vaccine Carry Risks?
As flu season is upon us, some may wonder whether there are any risks associated with getting the flu vaccine. This is addressed in a recent New York Times Ask Well blog, which responds to a reader question that asks “Thirty-five years ago, my husband's healthy college roommate died from a reaction to the swine flu vaccine. Neither … [Read more...] about Does the Flu Vaccine Carry Risks?
Prescription Opioid Misuse and Deaths Increase, Study Finds
Though the proportion of people reporting use of prescription opioids for reasons other than medical necessity fell between 2003 and 2013, overdose deaths increased, according to a new study. Lead author Dr. Beth Han of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration said, “The results underscore the importance of … [Read more...] about Prescription Opioid Misuse and Deaths Increase, Study Finds
Woman Killed, Six Injured, When Truck Runs off the Road in the Bronx
A 37-year-old woman was killed and six people were injured when a Coca-Cola truck crashed into an apartment building after a collision in the South Bronx, police and fire officials said. The bright red delivery truck hit a building at 759 East 138th Street in the Port Morris neighborhood, near the Bruckner Expressway, around 3:20 … [Read more...] about Woman Killed, Six Injured, When Truck Runs off the Road in the Bronx
Highway Safety Agency Says Fiat Chrysler Under-reported Deaths and Injuries
Automaker Fiat Chrysler under-reported a "significant" number of deaths, injuries and legal claims that it was obliged to reveal to regulators, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The federal regulator announced the under-reporting after Fiat Chrysler said it had discovered "deficiencies" in … [Read more...] about Highway Safety Agency Says Fiat Chrysler Under-reported Deaths and Injuries
Salmonella-Tainted Cucumbers Responsible for Three Deaths and More than 500 Illnesses
Three people have died and hundreds have become ill after they ate tainted cucumbers imported from Mexico. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says there have been 558 cases of salmonella poona infections linked to the cucumbers in 33 states, with 140 new cases reported to the CDC between September 15 and … [Read more...] about Salmonella-Tainted Cucumbers Responsible for Three Deaths and More than 500 Illnesses
Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease Sickens 46 in the Bronx, Kills 4
Since July 10th, 46 people have acquired Legionnaires' disease in the Bronx and four people have died. According WABC, positive samples of the bacteria have been found in air conditioning at a hospital and a complex with a movie theater. Authorities are currently unsure as to whether the contaminated equipment is linked to the … [Read more...] about Outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease Sickens 46 in the Bronx, Kills 4
One Dead in Two-car Crash in Patterson, New York
A passenger was killed in a two-car accident on State Route 22 in Patterson, New York, on Wednesday, April 29 just before 4 p.m. New York State Police from the Brewster barracks responded to the accident, which occurred on State Route 22, just north of State Route 311, Hudson Valley News Network reports. … [Read more...] about One Dead in Two-car Crash in Patterson, New York
Baxter Dialysis Filter Side Effects May Link To Fatality Lawsuits
Baxter Dialysis Filter Side Effect Lawsuits. On November 5, 2001 Baxter International Inc. said that its recalled dialysis filters appear to have played a role in recent patient deaths being investigated in several countries. As a result Baxter said it has idled two production plants and decided to discontinue the products … [Read more...] about Baxter Dialysis Filter Side Effects May Link To Fatality Lawsuits
