According to ThinkProgress.org, the median age of parolees was 51 years old as of 2010, and inmates over the age of 65 are the fastest-growing demographic of the U.S. prison population. Additionally, researchers have determined that inmates are more likely to experience health problems such as ... [Continue Reading]
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What To Do If You Were In A Truck Accident
Several parties can be held liable for a single truck accident. If you have been injured in a trucking accident, one of the first things you must do before bringing legal action against someone is ensure that you have identified all parties responsible for the accident. If you fail to sue the ... [Continue Reading]
What Are the Symptoms of Alzheimer’s Disease?
Alzheimer’s is a type of progressive dementia that typically develops gradually in older adults. It is the most common form of dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Although there is no cure for Alzheimer’s, there are treatments available that can improve the quality of life of those ... [Continue Reading]
What Is the Health Care Worker Background Check Act?
Nursing home residents have the right to receive a reasonable standard of care from qualified and licensed health care professionals. In addition to assessing a candidate’s licensing, prior experience, and bedside manner, nursing home administrators must also consider the applicant’s criminal ... [Continue Reading]
19-Year-Old Dies Due To Trucker’s Negligence
Sometimes our loved ones suffer as a result of a truck driver's carelessness. Sometimes the truck driver denies their fault, and when that happens, their negligence must be proven. The following example illustrates what must be done in these unfortunate situations. Watch the video ... [Continue Reading]
3 Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Nursing Home
The growth of the elderly population in the United States has coincided with an increase of reports related to nursing home abuse and neglect. As such, if you are looking for a long-term care facility for your aging loved one, it is critical that you conduct thorough research when comparing the ... [Continue Reading]
Patient Intubation & Medical Malpractice
Mistakes, such as improper intubation, when made by medical care providers can mean serious, long term harm, even death for patients. If you or a loved one has been injured by a medical care provider, you or your loved one could be entitled to recover monetary compensation for your expenses, ... [Continue Reading]
How To Improve Your Parent’s Care At A Nursing Home
If you have a loved one in a nursing home, then you need to know what a care plan is. It can mean the difference between your loved one being neglected or receiving the care that they need. Watch the video to learn more. A care plan is essentially an individualized road map of the ... [Continue Reading]
