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A CBS News story on a study by the Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington D.C. said low unemployment can hurt the quality of service at elder care facilities because higher-quality workers take non-nursing home jobs. Nursing homes, known for their low pay and physically and emotionally taxing environments, suffer in a tight labor market...

The decision to put a loved one in the care of a nursing home can be demanding. In fact, a recent national survey of individuals who have placed a family member in a nursing home showed that 71.1 percent of respondents described the decision as difficult. This is partly related to feelings of guilt related...

If you’ve visited your loved one in a nursing home and noticed something unusual, it’s important that you recognize the signs of abuse and take them seriously. Nursing home abuse is far more prevalent than you may think. According to an audit conducted by the Health and Human Services inspector general’s office, roughly a quarter...

Many crashes in Alabama occur on the highways in and around Mobile, including I-10, I-65, U.S. Highway 31, U.S. Highway 43, U.S. Highway 45, U.S. Highway 90 and U.S. Highway 98. But a serious car accident can happen on any road at any time in our state.   The severity of the crash will affect the forces...

Car accidents in Alabama can be confusing and overwhelming for everyone involved. You have to deal with insurance companies, other drivers involved and potential injuries. However, filing a police report can make the insurance and legal processes easier going forward. When and Why A police report should be filed after any accident. Even if the...

Limousines are a great option for groups of people looking for a safe transportation option for a night out, which was why a group of friends and family decided to book one from Prestige Limousines in upstate New York.   They were on their way to a local brewery. They never made it there. The resulting tragedy took the...

When something goes wrong during a surgical procedure, surgeons and doctors are obligated to disclose errors to patients and relatives. When they fail to do so, patients can suffer serious illnesses and injuries – some of which can be fatal.   The most common surgical errors, according to Patient Safety Primers, include:   Operating on the wrong side...

If a doctor, nurse or other trusted medical professional engages in sexual misconduct with a patient, this crosses not only ethical boundaries that might land them before the state medical board, but can also lead to civil liability. And those civil claims aren't limited to the physician. They can be filed against the doctor's employer...

If you're in a situation where you have some power to choose your physician or your treatment plan, it's best to weigh the pros and cons. Not every doctor is right for you or your family. A doctor who once met your needs may no longer be in the best position to do so. An...

A Place for Mom recently reported the 5 most common infections in the elderly. It's an important topic and comes at a critical time for both the nursing-home and health-care industries. Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports patients suffer more than 1.7 million hospital-acquired infections each year, resulting in 99,000 deaths. Many...