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There are many situations that can cause a nursing home resident to trip and fall accidentally. In particular, changes in the elevation level of the floor can pose as a trip hazard....

Malnutrition is a blanket term that refers to either a surplus of nutrition or a nutrition deficiency. A deficiency exists when intake does not satisfy demand, while a surplus exists if...

Accidental trips and falls remain the leading cause of injury and death among nursing home residents in the United States. Around 1,800 deaths each year link directly or indirectly to...

In end of life situations, every person has the right to decide how their care should be handled, but many lose the ability to make clear choices due to cognitive...

Water is an essential element for supporting life: it provides sustenance, hydrates the body, and balances chemicals within the blood. It is one of the six essential basic nutrients humans...

The Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report investigating medical treatment and care in nursing homes across America. Specifically, the study focused on determining...

The winter weather has been particularly bad this year. The Chicago Tribune reports that this is the 8th snowiest winter Chicago has ever seen, and there is more snow on the way....

This weekend it is time to set the clocks forward an hour for Daylight Savings Time. After a long, dreary winter, everyone can relate to that feeling that blossoms up...

When families prepare to move a loved one into a nursing home, they often research options carefully and visit facilities to see if the setting meets their needs. A well...