Bedsores

• Care, medical attention inadequate in Halifax bedsore death case: internal inquiry 

  The report's findings say Parkstone Enhanced Care had clear guidelines on wound care for staff to follow, but there was "evidence that staff were not following those polices and procedures."

  Health

  Dec 17, 2019
  
• Nova Scotia family seeks accountability in bedsore death after criminal case ends

  Chrissy Dunnington. 40, died in March 2018, seven weeks after entering hospital with a bedsore relatives said had created a fist-sized hole that reached her spine.

  Health

  Sep 19, 2019
  
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• Halifax police close investigation into death of long-term care resident with bedsore infection

  Halifax police have not disclosed the identity of the woman but Global News has previously identified her as 40-year-old Chrissy Dunnington.

  Crime

  Sep 13, 2019
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• Canadian patients suffering, sometimes dying, with bedsores

  Recent deaths allegedly linked to bedsores have put the spotlight on this continuing problem in health care.

  Health

  Jul 17, 2019
• N.S. spending $2.5 million to address bedsores at care homes

  The province said the money will help staff prevent and manage pressure injuries.

  Health

  Mar 21, 2019
• Nova Scotia requiring long-term care facilities to report bedsores

  The province says these new reporting requirements will improve tracking and oversight of wound care for residents. 

  Health

  Jun 14, 2018
• Calgary researchers test new technology to prevent bedsores

  Also known as pressure ulcers, bedsores are a common, dangerous complication for patients with limited mobility.

  Canada

  May 7, 2015