Abuse can take many forms. It is often difficult to see the signs because abuse often happens with the most vulnerable people in society, such the elderly. Recognizing signs of abuse in someone who may not be able to tell you what is going on or who may exhibit signs...
Know the signs of nursing home abuse
When a loved one needs constant medical care, you want a nursing home that provides quality health care and personal attention. While most long-term care facilities deliver on those promises, institutional neglect and abuse affect many nursing home residents. If your...
Why is rabies a concern with dog bites?
One of the first things any medical provider will ask about if you suffer a dog bite in Alabama is if the dog is up to date on its rabies vaccination. This is an essential question because rabies is a horrible disease that often infects animals and is easily spread to...
Nursing home abuse is not always physical abuse
If your loved one is in an aging care facility, you rely on the facility to provide top-of-the-line care. Most have heard horror stories about elder abuse in facilities. When you think about senior abuse, you may think of abuse as being physical or emotional....
