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San Diego Seniors are NOT Immune: The Reality of Prescription Medical Abuse

By Walton Law APC Defining Elder Abuse, Elder Abuse, Medication Error, Prescription Medication Misuse, Preventing Elder Abuse, Psychotropic Drugs, Reporting Elder Abuse, Signs of Elder Abuse No Comments

Society erroneously assumes prescription medication is only abused by the younger generations. Studies show, however, prescription drug abuse plagues men and women of all ages, including the elderly. According to…

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Investigation Finds California Elders Being Overprescribed Anti-Psychotic Medication to Treat Dementia

By Walton Law APC Defining Elder Abuse, Elder Abuse, Medication Error, Physical Restraints, Prescription Medication Misuse, Psychotropic Drugs, Reporting Elder Abuse, Signs of Elder Abuse, Top Attorneys in San Diego No Comments

An investigation by ABC 10 in Sacramento has unveiled that powerful tranquilizers are being over prescribed to nursing home residents who are diagnosed with dementia. In fact, studies by the…

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