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Nursing home residents with dementia and Alzheimer’s face a greater risk of injury and death when wandering off the premises in cold weather.
When workers’ compensation doctors in Illinois tell injured workers their injuries are not work-related, victims have a right to seek another opinion under the two-doctor rule. To keep costs down, it is common for physicians to tell patients their current medical problems don’t stem from a work-related injury, especially when Preferred Provider Programs are involved.
When nursing home abuse or neglect occurs in Illinois, reporting it to proper authorities as soon as possible can protect against further injuries, and in some cases save the life of a loved one. Various agencies in Illinois handle reports of abuse and neglect in long term care facilities.
Heating systems such as boilers and furnaces fueled by natural gas and other accelerants pose significant fire and carbon monoxide dangers if they malfunction. Faulty heaters cause thousands of injuries and deaths to Americans each year.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services offers a website, Nursing Home Compare, that enables consumers to view inspection reports on safety violations for abuse and neglect in certified nursing homes.
Pain and numbness in fingers, hands, and wrists are symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, a common workplace injury for millions of workers.
Poor road design and maintenance cause dangerous driving conditions that account for more than half of all fatal car accidents in the United States.
Tesla Motors, the automaker known for its sporty electric vehicles, is currently under investigation for several deadly crashes caused by high-tech manufacturing design flaws.
In skilled nursing home facilities, approximately one-third of residents experience injuries and illnesses from substandard medical care, delayed treatments, and inadequate monitoring and supervision.
Inclement weather creates dangerous conditions for winter bicycling, so riders must exercise caution and follow safety tips to prevent serious accidents and injuries.