Are nursing homes liable for falls in Maryland? If you have an elderly relative who’s been injured because of the negligence of their care home, you may well be pondering this question. Falls can be life-altering events for vulnerable seniors; they often cause severe injuries that lead to a diminished quality of life for older […]
What to Do If You’re Hit by a Delivery Truck
Delivery truck drivers for parcel delivery companies such as Amazon, UPS, FedEx, and USPS log millions of miles a year, especially during the traditional holiday season. Many of these miles are driven under extreme time pressure. Although delivery truck drivers are trained before they are sent out on the road, serious accidents involving these vehicles […]
Do I Need a Lawyer for a Hit and Run?
Do I need a lawyer for a hit-and-run accident? The answer to this question is nearly always a resounding “yes.” Though you’re technically entitled to represent yourself in a court of law if you wish, doing so is almost never a good idea. This post aims to shed light on the importance of legal representation […]
What Happens After I Reach MMI in MD?
If you’re injured at work, workers’ compensation benefits should pay for your medical care and rehabilitation, but you may ask yourself, what happens after I reach MMI in MD? When you reach maximum medical improvement (MMI), your ability to work, go back to your job, and the benefits you receive should be more clear. Steven […]
What is the Average Settlement for Workers’ Compensation?
To fully understand the concept of the average settlement for a workers’ comp case, you’ll need to understand some of the basics about how workers’ compensation claims are filed and handled in Maryland. Except for certain circumstances, the only option you have is to file for workers’ compensation if you suffer injuries on the job. […]
How to Stop Urinary Tract Infections in Nursing Homes with Dr. Johnny Cascone
Several practices, often implemented in bundles, appear to reduce UTI in nursing home residents such as improving hand hygiene, reducing and improving catheter use, managing incontinence without catheters, and enhanced barrier precautions. Tune in as Dr. Johnny Cascone answers the frequently-asked question: How to stop Urinary Tract Infections in Nursing Homes. Meet Dr. Johnny Cascone […]
How to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections from Progressing to Sepsis with Dr. Johnny Cascone
If you’ve ever had a Urinary Tract Infection, you know how painful and frustrating it can be, especially if they keep coming back. To say goodbye to burning, frequent urination, and other unpleasant symptoms, start with these changes today. The key is to keep bacteria out of the system. In today’s episode, listen to Dr. […]
The Common Causes and Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections with Dr. Johnny Cascone
Urinary Tract Infections are caused by microbes such as bacteria overcoming the body’s defense in the urinary tract. They can affect the kidneys, bladder, and the tubes that run between them. Join us in this episode as Dr. Johnny Cascone explains more about the common causes and symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections. Meet Dr. Johnny […]
Urinary Tract Infections Pose a Serious Risk to Seniors and Elderly with Dr. Johnny Cascone
In this episode of The Injured Senior Podcast, Dr. Johnny Cascone, an Infectious Disease physician, joins host Steve Heisler to discuss Urinary Tract Infections and their prevalence in the nursing home community. You’ll also learn risk factors, signs, symptoms, and even the best practices on preventing and treating UTIs so they don’t become septic and […]
How Families of Elderly Wound Patients Can Detect Infections with Martha Kelso
Early detection is more difficult in the elderly because the typical signs and symptoms, such as fever, are usually absent. Tune in as Martha Kelso answers the frequently – asked question which is: How families of elderly wounded patients detect infections. Meet Martha Kelso: Martha Kelso is the Chief Executive Officer of Wound Care Plus, […]