Articles in ‘Opinion’ Category

It is a heartbreaking reality that approximately one in four pregnancies will result in a miscarriage. A miscarriage is a pregnancy loss that occurs in the first 24 weeks of a pregnancy, and it…

Accidental anaesthesia awareness is when you become conscious during a procedure under general anaesthetic, even though an anaesthetist intended for you to be unconscious. Patients report a variety of experiences, ranging from being in…

As brain injury specialists we understand the devastating impact a brain injury can have on individuals and their families. We also understand our responsibility to share knowledge, improve awareness, and provide support. Sepsis is…

There has been much publicity recently about compensation claims for mesothelioma following talcum powder use.   A group action was commenced in the High Court in London in October. The action seeks compensation for cancers…

This article has been co-written by David Hildebrand and Helen Childs Despite huge advances in medical treatment, mesothelioma is still an aggressive and incurable asbestos-related cancer. However, in recent years we are increasingly questioning…