Could your newborn baby have already suffered a serious brain injury such as oxygen deprivation, a skull fracture, or an intracranial hemorrhage? Newborns may be at risk of these serious, potentially life-changing injuries. Therefore, there are some things that all parents should know. Know When…
Your baby has been delivered, but the risks of delivery are not over. If your child was exposed to bacteria or a virus during birth—or shortly after birth—then your child could be at risk of developing a serious and life-threatening infection. Types of Newborn Infections…
Nursing homes have a legal duty to provide reasonable care to residents. If that duty of care is breached and the resident is hurt or killed, then the nursing home may have been negligent and may be liable for the injuries or fatality that was…
Healthcare professionals are—or should be—aware of the risks involved when it comes to medication errors, and they should be well versed in how to prevent them. A medication error can result in irreversible damage, pain, and even death in some circumstances. It is the responsibility…
Since 1978, the Kentucky Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program has advocated for the aging population in nursing homes and other long-term care homes in each of Kentucky’s 120 counties. Understanding Ombudsmen Duties Kentucky’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program trains ombudsmen to resolve conflicts, stand up for residents’…
More than 100 years ago, Johnson & Johnson began selling baby powder. From generation to generation, people have used it to keep skin dry and soft. You may have happy memories of using it with your children or it may be part of your daily…