Resident-on-Resident Abuse in Nursing Homes

When families consider moving a loved one into a nursing home, many are concerned that he or she may suffer neglect or abuse from the staff. But what families may not consider is the treatment a loved one may receive from other residents. A recent study found that one of every five residents experience…

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5 Tips for Caring for a Person with Dementia

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be very challenging. People with dementia from conditions such as Alzheimer’s have a progressive brain disorder that makes it more and more difficult to remember things, think clearly, communicate, and take care of one’s self. It can also cause mood swings and even change a person’s…

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5 Tips for Caring for a Person with Dementia

Caring for a loved one with dementia can be very challenging. People with dementia from conditions such as Alzheimer’s have a progressive brain disorder that makes it more and more difficult to remember things, think clearly, communicate, and take care of one’s self. It can also cause mood swings and even change a person’s…

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5 Rules for ATV Safety

With temperatures dropping in Arizona, many will be making their way outdoors to take advantage of the cooler weather. Among those will be ATV riders. ATVs are a fun way to get out in nature and explore, but they can also be very dangerous. Not knowing vital ATV safety rules can put yourself and others…

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More than a Dozen Lawsuits Allege Infections Caused by Bair Hugger Warming Blanket

At least 14 lawsuits have been filed against 3M Company and Arizant Healthcare Inc. in federal courts across the country in connection with their Bair Hugger warming blanket. The blanket was first introduced in 1988 by anesthesiologist Dr. Scott Augustine and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but is now manufactured…

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AT&T’s New Simulator Shows Dangers of Distracted Driving

We’ve told you about AT&T’s ‘It Can Wait’ campaign and we’ve shown you some of the impactful videos they’ve created to show the consequences of distracted driving (their most recent video has nearly 5.6 million views on YouTube). If you or your teens have not seen the video yet, it’s definitely worth the watch….

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New Device Hopes to Lessen Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs)

Modern healthcare employs many types of invasive devices and procedures to treat patients and to help them recover. But things don’t always go as planned, and these devices and procedures can lead to infections. These healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) may include central line-associated bloodstream infections, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, and ventilator-associated pneumonia. Infections may also…

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Medical Malpractice 101

Medical Malpractice is among the top three leading causes of death in the U.S. – just after heart disease and cancer. Each year, an estimated 440,000 people lose their life from preventable medical mistakes. That’s a pretty frightening statistic that makes widespread knowledge of medical malpractice essential to patient safety. Let’s start with the…

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Everything You Need to Know About Medical Malpractice

Medical Malpractice is among the top three leading causes of death in the U.S. – just after heart disease and cancer. Each year, an estimated 440,000 people lose their life from preventable medical mistakes. That’s a pretty frightening statistic that makes widespread knowledge of medical malpractice essential to patient safety. Let’s start with the…

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10-Year-Old Boy Suffers Traumatic Brain Injury After Termite Fumigation

A Florida family had their home sprayed for termites and returned two days later when they were told it would be safe. However, immediately following their return, they all began to feel ill. Peyton, a 10-year-old boy in the home, had trouble standing and speaking, so the family took him to a local clinic…

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