Sometimes there is no other choice. People with intellectual disabilities may end up in nursing homes at much younger ages than other nursing home residents. They may not have family to care for them at home, and intermediate care facilities may not be an option….
Yes, if a midwife is negligent, then the midwife may be liable for any birth injuries that result from her negligence. Most midwives in the United States are certified nurse midwives. Certified nurse midwives are licensed. They are independent medical providers, and they can prescribe…
Cephalohematomas occur when the blood vessels on an infant’s head are damaged. The damaged blood vessels release blood and the blood then pools between the baby’s skin and skull bone. While cephalohematomas may look frightening, they do not affect the infant’s brain and they generally…