The Broome County Health Department is a critical part of the ongoing fight against health care-associated infections. As such, it’s always important to stay tuned in to their latest updates and trends.
We’ve compiled some of the most common ones below:
-A rise in cases of chickenpox
-An increase in bloodborne diseases like HIV and Hepatitis C
-More STDs, including Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis
-A large spike in Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) rates
These are just a few of the many ailments plaguing our county this year. This is just one of the many factors that make medical malpractice so common. When you can trust your doctors and nurses to keep you safe, you improve your chances of a healthy and long life.
Why am I seeing more of this recently?
It’s impossible to tell for sure. However, one thing that is certain is a higher awareness of these issues can lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment, which improves your health and lowers your risk of complications.
What can I do to help prevent health-associated infections?
The most obvious step is to change your behavior and practice safe hygiene. It is also crucial to seek medical attention if you feel you have been harmed by a health-associated infection. There is no one-size-fits-all method of prevention. These recommendations will provide suggestions on what to do in the event that you’re exposed.
What can I do to keep myself safe?
One of the most common issues facing our healthcare community today is medical negligence. If you suspect you have been injured by a medical error as a patient or visitor in the hospital, don’t hesitate to speak up. You may be entitled to compensation, and you deserve to know you are safe from harm. To learn about how this can happen, visit our blog for more information.
Where can I go for help?
At Weitz & Luxenberg, we have the resources and experience to help you recover compensation. Our extensive knowledge and expertise have led us to some of the biggest cases in New Jersey history, including a $417 million verdict against St. Barnabas Medical Center after they failed to act when their neonatal doctor left a scalpel inside a baby’s skull., The most important thing is to speak up if you or someone you know has been injured by negligence.
When will my injury happen? Is it likely it will happen soon?
It’s difficult to predict exactly when an injury will occur, but there are things that can help you prepare. Weitz & Luxenberg are specialists in medical malpractice cases and we have the knowledge and experience needed to protect you from serious harm that might have been prevented. If an accident happens, call us immediately for a free consultation with one of our attorneys. You may be entitled to compensation.
How do I find out about medical malpractice cases?
In the unfortunate event that you or someone you care about is injured, seeing a lawyer is often the first step to recovering compensation. However, it is more than that. Weitz & Luxenberg specialises in medical malpractice cases and we have the knowledge and experience needed to protect you from serious harm that might have been prevented. If an accident happens, call us immediately for a free consultation with one of our attorneys. You may be entitled to compensation.
Conclusion
The Broome County Health Department has been working hard to keep the county healthy. While their daily work is critically important, it doesn’t mean the doctors and nurses cannot commit a mistake that puts your life at risk. If you or someone you love has been injured by carelessness while in the hospital or suffering from a preventable illness, contact our team at Weitz & Luxenberg today. We will help you recover compensation and ensure your future is safe.
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