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Post-Concussion Syndrome in the Elderly

Post-concussion syndrome, or persistent post-concussive symptoms, occurs when symptoms of a concussion last beyond the typical recovery period. After a concussion, symptoms like headaches, dizziness, and […]


Bed Sores Treatment

Bedsores are an unfortunate reality for more than 2.5 million Americans every year. They are especially common in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities, where […]


MRSA Precautions for Nursing Homes

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection is caused by a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to antibiotics. It is most commonly spread in health care […]


Sepsis Causes in the Elderly

Sepsis is a serious and life-threatening condition caused by an improper immune system response to an infection. It occurs when, instead of only fighting off an […]


What Are the Three Stages of Sepsis?

Sepsis occurs when the body’s immune system overreacts in response to an infection. Instead of fighting the infection, the immune system attacks normal body tissues and […]


Patient Dumping from Long Term Care Facility

Patient dumping, also referred to as “involuntary discharge,” is the illegal eviction of a patient from a long-term care facility. Most often, patient dumping takes the […]


Elderly Bed Rail Accidents

While adult bed rails are intended to be a safety product, they can cause injury or death when used incorrectly. Elderly, sick, or frail individuals are […]


Infections in Nursing Homes: A Breeding Ground of Problems

Millions of U.S. families depend on caretakers in nursing homes or other long-term care facilities to keep their loved ones safe, healthy, and comfortable. The U.S. […]


Subdural Hematoma due to Nursing Home Fall

When our loved ones are in the care of a nursing home, we want to believe that they are in the safest possible place. Unfortunately, nursing […]


Understaffing in Nursing Homes

Understaffing in nursing homes is becoming a major problem in the state of California. Between 2020 and 2021, over 150 California nursing homes filled out a […]



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