According to the Center for Disease Control, about 600,000 to 800,000 needle stick injuries occur each year, primarily to those who work in the health care field. Not just doctors and nurses, but laboratory staff, nurse's aids, housekeepers and all others exposed to injective devices.
The injuries are caused by needles such as hypodermic needles, blood collection needles, intravenous (IV) stylets, and needles used to connect parts of IV delivery systems. With any needle stick, there is a potential of contracting potentially fatal diseases from blood-borne pathogens including:
Victims of needle stick injuries suffer from the psychological distress of waiting for test results to come back, test results that may very well change their lives forever. If tests come back positive, the victim is at the mercy of a disease that could have been prevented if it wasn't for someone else's negligence.
If you have suffered from needle stick injuries, contact the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone, serving Boston, Worcester, Springfield, and communities throughout Massachusetts. An experienced attorney can help you to obtain the compensation you deserve for damages you or a loved one has suffered due to the negligence of a health care provider.
Remember, your initial consultation is free, and you don't pay us unless you win.
Contact our firm serving Boston, Springfield, Worcester, and communities throughout Massachusetts to schedule a consultation with a medical malpractice lawyer. Our attorneys are committed to helping victims obtain maximum compensation for their personal injuries.
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