When stories of substandard nursing home care make the news, the reason often has to do with someone getting hurt or family members taking legal action against a facility when someone dies. However, there are other news stories related to life in nursing homes that...
Month: May 2023
Bed sores can cause osteomyelitis
Osteomyelitis is a rare bone condition caused by bone infection. This serious condition requires immediate treatment to prevent the infection from spreading. Osteomyelitis cases often stem from bacterial infections after severe injury or deep cuts. However, most...
Signs of elder abuse in memory care patients
Identifying signs of elder abuse in memory care patients is crucial to ensuring their safety and well-being. Elder abuse can take various forms, including physical, emotional, exploitation and neglect. If you have a loved one who is a memory care patient – especially...
