There are positives and negatives to getting older. One downside for many elderly people and their loved ones is that failing health can make it difficult to care for themselves or complete everyday activities. That's where nursing home come in. Many families find...
Month: October 2018
County commissioners approve $4 million malpractice settlement
When you or a loved one needs medical care, you want to know that you can be cared for in a way that will be beneficial or at least stabilizing to your own or a loved one's health. Doctors and hospital staff often do the very best they can and can perform what some...
What is ‘informed consent’ in medical procedures?
Part of receiving medical care is the dialog between doctor and patient. In some cases, other health care professionals, like nurses or similar staff, may step in to answer questions and make recommendations. When a person is ill or has an injury, there is often a few...
Work-related death of loved one could be construction negligence
When you kissed your loved one good-bye this morning, you never expected that would be the last time you'd see them. Sadly, this happens to too many Cook County families, especially construction workers, when they do not return home from a job. There are an infinite...
In-home care: How to tell the good companies from the bad
When you or your loved one have suffered an injury or health condition that requires additional recovery beyond a hospital stay, you may need assistance from family members, friends or even licensed professionals to function on a daily basis. In-home care is a great...
Studies find car accident prevalence in Illinois State
Despite statewide attempts at increasing driver and vehicle safety, injuries and fatalities appear to be on the rise on Illinois roads. Attempts to get to the bottom of why the increase in driver and passenger injuries and fatalities on Illinois roads have turned up a...
