An investigation into a complaint lodged by the family of an elderly patient against inappropriate behaviour on behalf of nursing staff, which they claimed placed the woman’s life in danger, was ...

The failure to change gloves is common among certified nursing assistants, and may be a significant cause of the spread of dangerous pathogens in nursing homes and long-term healthcare settings, ...

RICHMOND, Va. — A Virginia nursing home resident with dementia would cry out at night when there were long delays in answering her call bell. The facility responded by giving the woman antipsychotic ...

Inappropriate sexual behavior occurs in about a quarter of people with dementia. It can be treated with behavioral interventions and medications. Up to 1 in 4 people with dementia will display ...

As the world’s population is aging, the number of residents living with dementia who require long-term care is expected to rise. A new study by researchers at the University of Waterloo demonstrates ...