The Brain Injury Association of America recognizes March as Brain Injury Awareness Month. For this, Henson Fuerst presents a two-part series on how parents can care for concussion injuries in children. In this portion, we identify common symptoms—and how parents can care for their children. Click here for part two of the series where we …
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A nursing home in Buffalo, New York received the maximum fine following investigation on an incident where an 87-year-old resident died in a fall from a window. A detailed article on the investigation appears here. A Tragic Accident In June 2018, an elderly resident suffering from dementia died after falling 34 feet from his room …
During a typical week, hundreds of thousands of nursing home residents are administered antipsychotic drugs for diagnoses in which the drugs are not approved. Nursing home facilities are responsible for ensuring all patients are treated with the utmost respect and care. However, all too often we find nursing home residents being given mind-altering drugs that …
Is Your Loved One Receiving Proper Medication From Their Nursing Home Facility? Read More »
Willard Swinson, a North Carolina native, Deacon, and Air Force Veteran, is seeking the community’s help after his home was destroyed in 2016 by Hurricane Matthew. In 2006, Mr.Swinson suffered a serious and life-altering fall which left him a quadriplegic. After years in-and-out of countless rehabilitation hospitals, Willard was able to return to his home. …
Disabled Veteran in Clinton Needs Your Help in Rebuilding His Home! Read More »
The opioid crisis has become an issue of huge concern at both the Federal and State levels. It has also become an issue of prime importance with the North Carolina Industrial Commission. Many injured workers are prescribed opioids as part of their treatment plan. These medications have are helpful for pain management, but for many …
Many families and friends will join one another this Sunday night in celebrating beginning of a new year. However, New Year’s is actually the most popular drinking holiday therefore many will be celebrating with their favorite alcoholic beverage in hand. This increase in alcohol consumption heightens the risk of drunk driving accidents occurring. According to the National …
Start the New Year off Right, Don't Drink and Drive! Read More »
Every year on November 11th, the Unites States reflects on the brave sacrifices that our men and women in uniform have made to defend our freedoms. This weekend, take the time to acknowledge all those that serve or have served in your life and thank them for their service. From all of us at Henson …
The United States will “fall back” an hour this Sunday, November 5, as daylight savings ends. While a majority of smartphones, computers and DVRs will automatically adjust to the time change, there are still some clocks that will require a manual set back. Therefore, make sure all manual clocks are set back an hour before …
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For over 30 years’ cyclists have been gathering at Union Grove Methodist Church to enjoy a group ride in Cary, NC. A recent video shows some frightening footage of a group of cyclists during some shocking moments, where all were lucky to escape injury free. Mike Doub captured the near-fatal accident on his camera explaining, …
When it comes to the holiday season, a big part of the fun is decorating your home in the spirit! Ornamenting Christmas trees and hanging lights in and around your home is so much fun for the entire family. This is also a great way to bring families and neighbors together. Although a lot of …
Stay Safe While Decorating Your Home This Holiday Season! Read More »