Patient Injury Reaches 33% in Skilled Nursing Facilities

Patient Injury Reaches 33% in Skilled Nursing Facilities

One out of three patients suffer some form of injury according to a report released March 3, 2014 by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. These injuries could result from medical error, infection, or other harm related to their treatment. An article published in Pro Publica reports that…

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FDA Warnings on High Dosages of Acetaminophen

The FDA is asking doctors to stop prescribing combination medications that contain more than 325 milligrams of acetaminophen per pill, because of long-standing concerns about liver damage. The move, announced Tuesday, is one of a series of actions the FDA is taking to limit high-dose use of the popular painkiller….

Does the Doctor Work for You or for the Hospital?

Does the Doctor Work for You or for the Hospital?

Over the past 15 years, the percentage of physicians employed by hospitals rather than private practice has increased over 30%. Hospitals can offer guaranteed wages and benefits; they even can guarantee employment. But are the decisions your doctor making benefiting you health or the hospital’s financial outcome? This article from…

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Nursing Home Abuse on the Rise While Taxpayers Foot the Bill

Andy Pierotti of Austin’s KVUE  News and Photojournalist Derek Rasor, write offer a troubling report on what goes on behind closed doors in nursing homes in Texas. Video footage of actual acts of abuse are included so view discretion is advised. One of the most troubling aspects is how government…