Emotional abuse is often harder to spot than physical abuse — which is why it can be a serious problem for nursing home residents. These residents have to rely on staff members, including aides and nurses, for most of their daily needs. That dependency makes the elderly susceptible to various forms of abuse. Psychological mistreatment can involve: Intimidation through yelling,…
Whether you call it a tennis elbow or a PlayStation thumb, repetitive strain injuries are no fun — and they commonly afflict workers in modern offices. What’s so hard about typing on a keyboard or clicking a mouse all day? Nothing — except that doing it over and over again puts a tremendous amount of cumulative pressure and strain on…
As a motorcyclist, you are probably well aware of the many hazards you face when you are out riding. Unfortunately, car and truck drivers are not as attentive to motorcyclists as they should be, and this can lead to serious road accidents. The state of Ohio has some programs in place to try to increase motorcyclist safety as well as raise awareness among…
Motorcycle accidents can occur anywhere. However, a larger percentage of them take place in intersections. According to data from the National Center for Statistics and Analysis, approximately 33 percent of all motorcycle accidents took place in an intersection. There are numerous factors that make intersections particularly dangerous for motorcyclists. All drivers, regardless of the vehicle they operate, need to maintain…
Motorcycles are everywhere during the summer and fall. The sunny weather may give you the perfect excuse to take your motorcycle out on the road. It is a great opportunity to enjoy the freedom of the open road. However, riding your motorcycle in the warm weather is not all fun and games. Due to the fact that there are more…
How well do you know your doctor? The odds are high, these days, that you got your doctor’s name off a list provided by your insurance company. The website created by the doctor’s clinic or office may have had some basic information about your doctor’s professional degree and education. You may have even been able to find a few reviews…
Pregnancy is a particularly vulnerable period in a woman’s life — and in the life of her unborn child. The medical care that a mother receives during her pregnancy can have consequences that affect that child’s entire future. Unfortunately, doctors sometimes make serious mistakes with prenatal care. They may overlook certain common complications of pregnancy and that can lead to…
Nursing homes need plenty of staff members to provide the compassionate care that elderly and disabled residents need. Unfortunately, many of Ohio’s nursing homes are woefully understaffed. That’s a situation that could leave hundreds of residents with inadequate care on a daily basis. According to a recent report, out of 56 nursing homes in central Ohio, at least 22 had…
As a motorcyclist, you are aware of how important it is to stay safe on your ride, and you probably know most of the basic safety rules for motorcyclists, including wearing all the right protective gear. However, you may not be aware of the most dangerous risks you may encounter out on the roads. Here are three of the most common: 1.…