Dr. Barry Dworkin

Violent behaviour amongst nursing home residents with dementia requires proper support systems before resorting to anti-psychotic medications

Health Headlines Commentary for January 4, 2016

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Nursing homes ask province for help to reduce violence among elderly

 

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