Category: Nursing Home Abuse
Can UTIs Cause Delirium in the Elderly?
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are very common among the elderly population. As with most medical issues, it can become much …
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Nursing Home Neglect and the Role of South Carolina Ombudsman
The long-term care ombudsman in South Carolina investigates more than 8,000 complaints of nursing home neglect and abuse every year. …
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Signs of Nursing Home Abuse: How to Recognize and Respond to Elder Mistreatment
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse remains a very serious problem. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) estimates that 10 percent of …
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How Neglect and Negligent Practices Lead to Nursing Home Infections
Poor nursing home practices can pose significant threats to the well-being of residents. One area in which this is a …
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How Understaffing in Nursing Homes Can Lead to Neglect
Nursing homes are responsible for the safety and health of numerous patients, all of whom deserve quality care and attention. …
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Lack of Proper Wound Care in Nursing Homes
Nursing home patients are especially vulnerable to bed sores and other chronic wounds. Without proper care, they can experience unnecessary …
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Can You File a Nursing Home Lawsuit Against PruittHealth?
Our law firm handles compensation claims for nursing home neglect and abuse against PruittHeath. To learn if you have a …
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Can You File a Nursing Home Lawsuit Against NHC?
The Columbia community relies on National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) for nursing home and skilled care services. But what happens when …
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Nursing Home Wandering and Elopement Lawsuits
Wandering and elopement is a term that refers to incidents in which nursing home residents move around unsupervised on the …
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Nursing Home Lawsuit Statistics in South Carolina
Elder abuse is an unfortunately common problem in South Carolina. According to a recent report, the state ranks 48th for …
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