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Halloween Safety
Halloween is an event that children and some adults look forward to all year. With many neighborhoods and community organizations hosting trick or treating and other festive events everyone is urged to enjoy the holiday in a fun and safe way. In the excitement of the event, many often forget…
Read MoreThree in Four Antibiotics Prescriptions in Nursing Homes are Incorrect
Antibiotics are some of the most frequently prescribed medications in nursing homes. This practice is drawing increased scrutiny from health officials who are worried about the jump in sometimes deadly drug resistant infections due to overuse and improper dispensing of high risk medications to the elderly. Close to 70 percent…
Read MoreMilwaukee Intersections with the Most Auto Accidents
About 30 auto accidents happen every day in Milwaukee, the majority of which take place at some of the most dangerous intersections in the state. According to the latest data from the Milwaukee Police Department and the Department of Public Works Traffic Section accident report, 11,036 vehicle collisions happened in…
Read MoreOct. 18-24 is National Teen Driver Safety Week
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), auto accidents are the number one cause of death for teenagers in the United States. In Wisconsin alone, 50 teens were killed and another 5,000 were injured in auto accidents in 2014. In an effort to focus on the need for…
Read MoreCommon Questions About Wrongful Death Claims
Wrongful death cases arise from somber circumstances. During this difficult time, you and your family may have many questions. Below are answers to commonly asked wrongful death questions. What Is a Wrongful Death Claim? A wrongful death claim is a civil matter, not a criminal charge, though criminal charges may…
Read MoreSlip and Fall FAQ
Slip and fall accidents can lead to simple injuries like bumps and bruises, but they can also lead to more serious injuries like concussions, broken bones and spinal cord damage. More serious injuries can lead to mounting medical bills and questions as to what you should do next. Below are…
Read MoreLink Between Traumatic Brain Injuries and Aggressive Driving
It has already been established that aggressive driving and accident risk are impacted by substance abuse and psychiatric conditions. Because of this common link, could it be possible that traumatic brain injuries are also linked to driver aggression and automobile accident risk? That is exactly what researchers at St. Michaels…
Read MoreCaregiver Assaults 76-Year-Old Nursing Home Patient
A 76-year-old woman at Rennes Health & Rehab Center was sexually assaulted by 33-year-old William Schartner, of Howard, who has been arrested for the crime. Schartner has been charged with second-degree sexual assault, and intentionally objecting an individual at risk of abuse. His bond was set at $50,000. According to…
Read More2015 National Walk to School Day
Oct. 7th is National Walk to School Day. This event, developed by the Partnership for a Walkable America, has been taking place across the country since 1997. The event aims to create awareness about the need for communities that are safe and friendly for pedestrians, including children on their way…
Read MorePriceless Advice from the Elderly
Our elders have gathered a lifetime of experiences to pass on to future generations. Their advice can teach us all some very important lessons for living, as long as we are willing to listen. Dr. Karl Pillemer, a professor of gerontology and human development at Cornell University, has undertaken the…
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