Nursing homes care for some of the most vulnerable people. Many residents have weak immune systems, making them more likely to get infections. If staff members fail to notice the early signs, these infections can go undiagnosed. When that happens, residents face...
Month: March 2025
The fatal consequences of undiagnosed infections in nursing homes
Nursing homes care for some of the most vulnerable people. Many residents have weak immune systems, making them more likely to get infections. If staff members fail to notice the early signs, these infections can go undiagnosed. When that happens, residents face...
How neglect can lead to choking hazards in nursing homes
Choking is a serious risk for elderly residents in nursing homes, and staff members must follow proper safety procedures to reduce that risk. When they fail to do so, residents can suffer injury or death from something that someone could have prevented. Why nursing...
Accounting for emotional trauma in a nursing home abuse case
Emotional trauma from nursing home abuse can cause lasting damage to an elderly person's well-being. Beyond physical harm, the emotional effects can be long-lasting and may interfere with daily life. Under California law, those who experience nursing home abuse...
The reality of dehydration and malnutrition in U.S. nursing homes
Dehydration and malnutrition have become significant health care concerns in nursing homes in the United States. In fact, dehydration affects a staggering 20% to 30% of older adults, while the overall prevalence of malnutrition in the elderly ranges from 1% to 24.6%....
