Also known as pressure ulcers, bedsores are wounds that develop when skin and tissues have prolonged pressure placed on them. They’re most common in areas of the body where bony pressure might exist, such as the elbows or knees, but they can occur anywhere pressure...
Depending on where you work, you may or may not have given a thought to what would happen if you were injured. Most people know that workers’ compensation benefits are there to help pick up the medical bills and cover some of their lost wages – but few have a clear...
People know that dogs can become aggressive and bite someone, but they often dismiss such incidents as minor. Although many dog bites only cause short-term medical issues, sometimes they have more significant consequences. There are several situations in which dog...
The realization that your parent needs to move into a memory care facility in order to remain safe is hard to handle. You have to think about how you can protect them as they make this transition. The sad fact is that workers in these facilities sometimes take...
The roadways can be busy in Chicago, Illinois. The city is bustling with residents, workers, day visitors and tourists. Many of these people opt for driving as their main mode of transportation. Unfortunately, there is little that you can do to control the behavior...
It’s important that you say up to date on the vehicles that have been recalled by manufacturers. If you have a vehicle that is recalled, you could be putting your life or others’ lives at risk each time you drive. Take, for example, a recall that happened in February....
Wherever you fall on the political spectrum, there is no doubt that the president’s recent State of the Union (SOTU) address included some relevant changes ahead for both nursing home and long-term care residents and those who own and operate the facilities. During...
Every month, six months or year, you pay for automobile liability insurance. If you are like many Illinois drivers, you might carry several times more coverage than what the state mandates. Unfortunately, your coverage won't be the biggest help in a crash caused by...
Homeowner's and renter's insurance policies provide two main kinds of protection for the policyholder. They have certain property protection in case there is a fire, a robbery or some kind of natural disaster. They also have liability protection in case something...
If you have an elderly loved one residing in a nursing home, you assume that they will automatically have vital basics like medicine, regular bathing and adequate nutrition. But that assumption may be wrong when it comes to eating properly. Research has indicated that...
