Like much of the U.S., a number of nursing homes in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and the District of Columbia have become epicenters for the coronavirus outbreak, with COVID-19 infections having a particularly devastating impact on elderly and ill residents. However, not all nursing homes have been… Read More
Earlier this week, in a feature for "Mid-Day Maryland", on ABC's WMAR Channel 2 in Baltimore, I had the opportunity to sit down and discuss the importance of contacting a lawyer following a personal injury, even if you are not sure whether assistance is needed. Every… Read More
The findings of a recent study highlight the increased risks elderly individuals face from dehydration in nursing homes compared to those living at home, finding that nursing home residents may be 10 times more likely to be dehydrated when admitted to a hospital. This may increase… Read More
A recent report by National Public Radio highlights the continued over-use of antipsychotics at many nursing homes as a form chemical restraint for dementia residents, despite numerous warnings by the FDA and health experts about the risks associated with nursing home sedation using the drugs. (more…) Read More
A recent study highlights how infection problems in nursing homes throughout the U.S. have continued to increase in recent years, with viral hepatitis being the fastest growing category. However, with improved prevention measures, many of these nursing home infections could be avoided. (more…) Read More
Bedsores that occur in hospitals and nursing homes are preventable injuries that can usually be avoided if the facility exercises the appropriate standards of medical care. However, a recent study suggests that a surprising number of hospitalized children suffer these painful and debilitating pressure ulcers. (more…) Read More
Health experts indicate that a project aimed at reducing the risk of hospital acquired infections has demonstrated that simple solutions can have a significant impact on the number of serious and potentially life-threatening infections suffered by patients; saving lives, lowering health care costs and reducing the… Read More
The independent, non-profit, public interest journalism group ProPublica provides a useful tool on their website for individuals searching for information about nursing homes, helping families identify facilities with a history of problems. (more…) Read More
Nursing home bedsores and hospital bedsores, also known as pressure sores or decubitis ulcers, are extremely painful and can have a huge impact on an individual's quality of life. However, it is widely agreed that severe bedsore injuries are almost completely avoidable with proper training and… Read More
Individuals who require short-term nursing home care for rehab or other treatment designed to prepare them to return home, may be at an increased risk of suffering serious injuries as a result of a fall. According to new research, the high rate of falls during short… Read More
