People who cannot move much rely on caretakers to rotate them. Without this constant care, bedsores may develop. A nursing home facility should do whatever is necessary to prevent bedsores in patients. Learn more about this serious injury. What are bedsores? Bedsores...

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What are the warning signs of infection after a bite?
Dog bites can have numerous negative impacts on the health of the sufferer. Infection after a bite is just one potential issue, but it is one that often ends up overlooked. Despite that, it could cause some of the most severe repercussions of any bite effect. Early...
Deadly pedestrian accidents occur too often
You face many different risks whenever you walk alongside the road or near moving vehicles, from busy streets to parking lots. Distracted and drunk drivers sometimes collide with pedestrians, and these accidents also occur during periods of low visibility. Drivers and...
Recognizing dangerous trends in Alabama crash statistics
Alabama's roadways are hazardous for inattentive drivers, pedestrians and motorcyclists. Recent trends show an increase in accidents and fatalities on Alabama's roadways over the last ten years. Research shows changing dynamics in drivers, traffic patterns and the...
The rights of passengers after a motor vehicle accident
It can be easy to forget that any time you are on the roadways, you face genuine risks. For example, Alabama reports that a crash happens approximately every four minutes in the state. You likely ride as a passenger in vehicles often. While drivers may mentally...
Signs of canine aggression may be the owner’s responsibility
When you visit someone's property, you expect the property owner to take necessary precautions to keep you and the other guests safe from harm. Safety precautions include ensuring that the household dog does not harm you or anyone else. Owners should supervise their...
Wearing protective equipment can reduce your risks of injury
Construction work can provide a rewarding and competitive career. If you enjoy hands-on work and a good challenge, you might fit right in on a big construction project. While an opportunity-heavy industry, construction labor also has a significant number of safety...
Psychological abuse in nursing homes is unfortunately common
Being able to talk to your elderly loved one and see how they live can give you vital clues about their mental and physical health. One issue you may not think about at first is psychological abuse. Noticing the signs of nursing home abuse can seem confusing at first...
Looking at recent data on fatal traffic accidents
If someone in your family recently lost his or her life as a result of a motor vehicle collision, you could face devastating emotional pain and many other difficulties (such as dealing with medical costs and funeral expenses). Sadly, many families continue to face...
Is it true that a cat bite is worse than one from a dog?
Dog bites get a lot of attention because they are often tragic and serious. But they are not the only animals that can attack a human. Cats are just as likely to cause harm, and the American Society for Surgery of the Hand explains a bite from a cat could be more...
