But something he said during our conversation disturbed me. I asked how he was doing, and his answer—as it often is—was “Better than I deserve.” But as we talked more, he expressed his frustration that at his age and ability, he was a “useless eater.” I was stunned...
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CA Judge: Nursing Homes Can’t Make Medical Decisions
By Wesley J. Smith This is very good. A California judge has ruled that it is unconstitutional to permit nursing homes to make medical decision on behalf of their incompetent patients. From the Kaiser Health News story: A California law allowing nursing homes to make...
Elderly “Not Safe” in Scottish Hospitals, Shorter Waits for Grave Than Long Term Care in Ontario
By Wesley J. Smith The UK’s health system continues its implosion. We have already seen the stories exposing the poor care the elderly receive in England. And now, the Scottish Nurses Association has charged that the elderly aren’t safe in Scottish hospitals. From...