Thunderclap headaches: What they are and why they are dangerous
Having the worst headache of your life means it's time for immediate medical attention
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Stroke
Study explores new potential hemorrhagic stroke medical treatment
Hemorrhagic strokes are less understood than the more common ischemic strokes
Myth buster: A negative CT scan doesn't necessarily mean that you're not having a stroke
Misdiagnosis of an ischemic stroke often pushes patient outside a key treatment window
Two common types of sleep apnea medical malpractice
Obstructive sleep apnea is a dangerous, often undiagnosed medical condition
When does the willful and wanton standard of proof apply in Texas ER medical malpractice cases?
Contrary to popular belief, it doesn't always apply
Subdural hematoma misdiagnosis in ER leads to aneurysm, brain injury
Doctor, physician's assistant, nurse practitioner, and registering nurse negligence contribute to tragic outcome
Neurologist roles and neurology medical malpractice
Neurologists are medical specialists who diagnose and treat brain, spinal cord, and nervous system conditions
New study reveals the best choice for post-hospital care after a stroke
Skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers don't achieve the same results
The three most common types of misdiagnosis
40,000–80,000 patients die each year in American hospitals because of misdiagnosis
Learn why emergency room doctors sometimes miss and don't treat early stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA)
New study recommends MRI scans for patients with short-duration stroke symptoms