If you have ever experienced a health condition that required hospitalization, you understand the feelings of vulnerability Texas patients often say they feel when they must depend on nurses, doctors and other medical workers to provide for their care and daily needs....
When people in Texas need surgery, they trust in the recommendations made by their doctors. This not only includes trusting a surgeon to perform the operation within a set standard of care, but trusting that surgery is the best option for treatment. One out-of-state...
Many Texas families have elderly loved ones who need care that they cannot directly provide. When this occurs, they turn to nursing homes and long-term care facilities. While most of these facilities provide excellent care, some do not and may even give cause for a...
Cancer is a serious concern for any Texas family, but the earlier it is detected, the greater the chance is that patients can survive it. This is why it is imperative that oncologists, doctors and other medical professionals do everything within their scope of...
When a family cannot take care of an elderly loved one, they may place that person in a nursing home. One care home here in Texas has been accused of nursing home negligence after three employees were arrested over several incidents that allegedly injured residents...
Nobody likes doctor appointments. However, if you’re dealing with a chronic health issue, you might have to make repeated visits to your primary care physician or a specialist. Perhaps your doctor has recommended surgery. If you’re feeling nervous, this is normal....
An investigation into the way the elderly are being treated in Texas nursing homes suggests that potentially dangerous antipsychotic drugs are being administered to residents who do not need them so staffing levels can be reduced. The investigation was conducted by a...
The medical industry is one that is rapidly changing, as technology advancements help improve patient outcomes. These advancements reduce the instances of human error that can sometimes result in serious injury, disability or even death to a patient. One exciting...
Though many people may not realize it, October is the unofficial start of the flu season. People of all ages may get sick and while most will recover, some will lose their lives. While elderly people are generally the most susceptible, it is not unheard of for...
A grieving family likely has many questions after the death of an 86-year-old female nursing home resident who was found in a freezer. They likely placed their trust in the staff, believing that their loved one would receive proper care toward the end of her life. In...