Category: Pediatric Medical Malpractice

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Growing Concern as Zika Virus Proliferates, May Cause Birth Defects in Infants

The World Health Organization (WHO) has scheduled an International Health Regulations Emergency Committee to address the recent proliferation of Zika virus, which has been tentatively linked to birth defects in infants. Since the Zika virus outbreak, there has been a significant increase in the number of infants born with microcephaly, a rare condition that causes abnormally small […]

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Legal Options For Families Who Suffered Medical Error During Pregnancy Or Delivery

Many birth defects are preventable or detectable early in pregnancy. January was National Birth Defect Awareness Month. The goal of the awareness campaign was to help expecting mothers take measures to prevent birth defects and provide support for parents who have a newborn facing immediate and lasting challenges. Birth defects are a large problem in […]

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