As reported by PR Newswire in their article “CARFAX DATA: AUTUMN IS THE MOST DANGEROUS SEASON FOR AUTO ACCIDENT DAMAGE IN U.S.,” CarFax has found that the months of September, October, and November are the worst for auto accidents. “Although many might assume that Winter is the most accident-prone season, more than 72% of U.S. […]
According to HelpGudie in their article “Elder Abuse and Neglect,” if you think you or an elderly adult you know is being mistreated, exploited, or abused, there are options you can consider. “Elder abuse includes physical, emotional, or sexual harm inflicted upon an older adult, their financial exploitation, or neglect of their welfare by people […]
As reported by Progressive in their article “When do most car accidents happen?,” there are certain times of the day and year that are the most dangerous when it comes to motor vehicle accidents. “According to the National Safety Council (NSC), the most dangerous time of day to be driving is rush hour between 4 […]
According to the U.S. Department of Justice in their article “Red Flags of Elder Abuse,” there are many different types of abuse elders are particularly vulnerable to, including: physical, emotional, and financial abuse. “Bruises, black eyes, welts, lacerations, or rope marks” are just some of the potential signs of elder abuse (U.S. Department of Justice). […]
As reported by Ohio Capital Journal in their article “More Black babies die in Ohio before their first birthday when compared white babies,” the infant mortality rate for Black babies in the state of Ohio is over twice as high as the rate for their white counterparts, a trend believed to be driven by biases […]
As reported by Investopedia in their article “Things Nursing Homes Are Not Allowed to Do,” navigating the ins and outs of a nursing home and what exactly staff at these facilities are allowed to do can be tricky. “And though there are several federal and state laws that have been designed to protect nursing home […]
According to GoodRX in their article “What’s the Difference Between Medical Malpractice and Medical Negligence?,” when looking to pursue a legal case against a medical professional, it is important to be sure you have grounds for a medical malpractice case. “If you’re injured while receiving healthcare services, there’s a chance it could be medical malpractice, […]
As reported by FindLaw in their article “How to Recognize Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,” an aging population means you need to be even more vigilant when looking for signs of elder neglect and abuse that could be impacting your loved ones in nursing homes and other care facilities. “Still, nursing homes across the country […]
According to the March of Dimes in their article “2023 MARCH OF DIMES REPORT CARD FOR OHIO,” the preterm birth rate for the state of Ohio has continued to increase, a trend since 2021. Understanding the data presented presents a fuller picture of infant and maternal health in the state and country as a whole. […]