When a young boy caught Group B Streptococcus from his mother during labor, it quickly turned into infant meningitis—a type of neonatal infection. This child’s situation could have been prevented with a simple screening test before delivery to see if his mother was a carrier. When the boy, named Grayson, was born in December 2015…
Category: Birth Injury
Understanding the Causes of Medical Negligence and Birth Injuries
Pregnancy and becoming a new mother is often portrayed as an idyllic time. However, many things can go wrong without proper care. Complications can occur before, during, and after birth that can lead to birth injuries if not correctly managed by medical professionals. While some complications are unavoidable, others could have been prevented or properly…
People With Cerebral Palsy at Increased Risk of Osteoporosis and Osteoarthritis
A new study finds people with cerebral palsy are more likely to develop osteoporosis or osteoarthritis than those without it. Though these findings reveal yet more potential health challenges for those living with cerebral palsy, this research allows doctors and therapists to tailor treatment plans and therapies to suit the needs of their patients. Cerebral…
Alarming Statistics Show High Maternal Death Rate in the United States Due to Inadequate Care
Given the amount of money that the United States spends on healthcare every year, it might be easy to assume that Americans would have some of the best medical care in the world. Yet a USA TODAY study found that 700 women die every year while giving birth in our country, and an additional 50,000…
How Birth Injuries Impact the Mental Health of Parents
When parents learn of a birth injury, their immediate thoughts and attention go to the well-being of their child. This often causes them to ignore their feelings, and they may suffer in silence with depression, anxiety and other related mental health concerns due to birth injury trauma. Learning that your child has suffered a birth…