Most people mistakenly believe that Americans become malnourished because they do not have the financial resources to buy food, but malnourishment is usually caused by Read more
Tag: Nursing Home Neglect
MRSA in Nursing Homes | Symptoms of MRSA in Elderly Residents, Complications & Proper MRSA Precautions in Nursing Homes
Has a loved one in a long-term care facility suffered serious consequences or even lost their life from a MRSA infection? Sadly, MRSA in nursing Read more
Symptoms of Dehydration in Elderly People | Dangers of Dehydration & How it May Be Nursing Home Neglect
Dehydration in seniors is a common and dangerous problem. It’s estimated that 40% of older adults are chronically under-hydrated which increases the risk of falls, Read more
Sepsis in Elderly Nursing Home Residents | Sepsis Symptoms in Elderly People & Common Causes – UTI, Bedsores, Pneumonia & Neglect
Despite being a major cause of death in the United States, and particularly for the elderly and long-term care residents, sepsis rarely gets much attention. Read more
Your Guide to Understanding 6 Types of Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes
It’s estimated that 10% of older adults suffer some type of abuse or neglect at some point. Sadly, nursing home abuse is even more common. Read more
