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Bedsores are painful medical conditions that arise from failure to turn or adjust incapacitated patients. Over time, these conditions can progress through several stages with a range of complications. Stage 1 bedsores are the mildest, but they can quickly lead to other stages without appropriate intervention and treatment. Knowing the signs, symptoms, and treatment for…

Pressure ulcers, or what most people call bedsores, are medically complex wounds that can lead to a range of negative health effects. At their mildest, they are still extremely uncomfortable and capable of causing intense pain. At their worst, they can cause infection and other complications in an already vulnerable population. Whether these wounds can…

Updated 4/9/2024 Product manufacturers must ensure the products they sell to consumers do not pose any danger through reasonable, expected use of those products. They must guarantee that a product will perform safely when used in a foreseeably reasonable way. Some manufacturers try to avoid liability for injuries and other damages their products cause by…

As a dog owner, you have a legal obligation to prevent your dog from injuring other people. West Virginia follows a strict liability law for dog attacks, so know your rights and obligations as a dog owner to avoid legal penalties. However, West Virginia’s dog bite laws function a bit differently than most other states….

When you search for the perfect rental, you likely have many criteria in mind: if it’s in a decent neighborhood, if it’s affordable, and the amount of square footage. Most of us reasonably assume that an apartment is safe from hazards that could affect our health and well-being. Unfortunately, apartments can have hidden hazards that…

Carbon monoxide is an odorless and colorless gas emitted from combustion. Many of your apartment tools or appliances, such as fireplaces or water heaters, may produce carbon monoxide. Exposure to this gas can lead to a range of symptoms, such as: Persistent headache Dizziness Shortness of breath Nausea Confusion Blurred vision Loss of consciousness Children…

Many Americans trust the care of their elderly loved ones to nursing homes. A nursing home can be a fantastic place for older adults with health problems to get the ongoing care they need to survive. The choice to put a loved one in a nursing home is never an easy one, and it is…

People in need of hospital care in West Virginia want to be sure the hospital they choose is professional, clean, and up to the standard of care they require. No two hospitals are the same. Some have entire departments dedicated to specialized procedures, treatments, and fields of study. Patients with rare or extremely complicated medical…

Dog bites are painful injuries, and the possibility of contracting infectious diseases from bites is equally worrisome. Most domesticated dogs receive shots to prevent rabies infections, however, bites from feral or unvaccinated dogs can cause rabies in humans. Rabies is an extremely dangerous medical condition requiring immediate treatment. Anyone who suffers a dog bite injury…

Many people think of dogs as “man’s best friend,” but they are capable of inflicting serious wounds on people. Some dogs bite to protect their owners and their homes, while others may do so out of fear or in response to provocation or aggression. People can avoid dog bites in several ways with a few…