Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning During The Summer Months

June 12, 2011

Carbon monoxide, which is often referred to simply as CO, is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that weighs about the same as air and therefore will not rise and fall as other gases and distributes itself throughout an enclosed space. CO is the product of incomplete combustion that is found[...]

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Warning Signs Of Elder Abuse

May 9, 2011

 As defined by the National Center on Elder Abuse, elder abuse refers to intentional or neglectful acts by a caregiver or “trusted” individual that lead to, or may lead to, harm of a vulnerable elder. Physical abuse; neglect; emotional or psychological abuse; verbal abuse and threats; [...]

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