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Nursing home resident develops infected pressure sores that lead to leg amputation
The resident, who suffered from diabetes, alleged the nursing home and its owner were liable for improper staffing and training at the home, as well as failure to establish an appropriate care plan, keep accurate records, and follow federal regulations mandating notification of family after a significant change in a resident’s condition. Obrenski v. Provena Senior Serv.
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- Blood test may help detect lung cancer, reduce need for invasive procedures
- Many doctors ignore FDA warning to monitor cholesterol, blood sugar in patients taking new antipsychotics
- Virtual medical ID system can help emergency responders learn patients' health histories
- Some doctors turning to retainer-based practices to increase time with patients
- Two medical journals take opposing stances on circumcision
- Radiation from CT scans is higher than previously thought, studies say
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