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CHICAGO, IL - Atlanta's Emory University Hospital Midtown is facing backlash after a viral TikTok video was posted of four nurses sharing their "icks" regarding labor and delivery patients. "My ick is when you ask me how much the baby weighs and it's still in your hands," one nurse says, a play ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Regulators have continued to allow thousands of nursing homes across the country to remain afloat without a registered nurse on duty, according to USA Today's investigation. Only 4 percent of these nursing home facilities were cited by government inspectors. Even worse? Even fewer were ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL  - Choosing the right nursing home for your family member is a difficult, stressful and confusing decision. Newsweek partnered with respected global data research firm Statista to create an annual ranking of America's Best Nursing Homes. This year's ranking identifies the country's ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Have you ever wondered what you're agreeing to when you sign an arbitration agreement? An arbitration agreement is a written contract in which two or more parties agree to utilize a neutral third-party, the arbitrator, to resolve a dispute instead of pursing any legal claims against ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Make sure to plan ahead if you are traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday. According to Tripadvisor's fall travel index, 6 out of 10 Americans plan to travel this season - a 50% increase in people traveling more compared to last fall. Before you drive, take some time to review these ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Depending on the state you reside in depends on if you can put a camera in a nursing home room. Some nursing homes have verbiage in their admission forms that prohibit all cameras and impose regulations and requirements for their use. Concerns over nursing home abuse and neglect ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Throughout the month of November, activists seek to spread the word about nursing home abuse and neglect so residents of long-term care facilities remain safe. National Long-Term Care Awareness Month also encourages elder adults to have a care plan in place for their ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Halloween can be a dangerous night for trick-or-treaters due to factors like distracted drivers, lack of visibility, alcohol or unsafe costumes. For many people in Illinois, Halloween is filled with memories of fall leaves, crisp air, creative costumes and the best candy; however, ... [Continue Reading]