Written by Lisa Chedekel Two Meriden nursing homes face fines from the state Department of Public Health for patient care lapses that in one case led to a resident’s hip fracture. The DPH cited the…
Written by Jennifer Kaylin Jesse Jutkowitz, a chiropractor with a record of disciplinary actions against him dating back to 1987, including the 1996 revocation of his license to practice as a chiropractor, was ordered by…
HISTORY REPEATS DEAR DOCTOR KATHLEEN, I am wondering why all of my relationships have been with abusive men. At first they seem to be loving and good to me. And about 6 months into the…
Most of us get nervous when we face a test. And some of us get so stressed out that we freeze. The good news is that there are successful techniques that are easy to do…
If you are a student or you have a student in your family, the Wall Street Journal has some excellent tips on how to get the best grade possible on a testy. According to the…
Written by Lisa Chedekel The number of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans receiving mental health care from the VA has quadrupled since 2006, with PTSD and depression the most common diagnoses, a new report by the…
Written by Jesse Eisinger Back when the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission was doing its work, I would check in periodically with someone who worked there to find out how it was going. “Good news!” my source would…
A 69-year-old Washington state grandmother is the latest casualty of copyrite infringement lawsuits by porn companies. Margaret wrote to me today saying her computer has been identified as downloading illegal porn by Patrick Collins, Inc., which…
While its clear that further studies need to be conducted, those who are taking mega vitamins and large quantities of dietary supplements without doctors’ orders ought to stop. Many people are, its a $28 billion…
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined the online ticket agent Orbitz $60,000 for violating federal aviation laws and the Department’s rules prohibiting deceptive price advertising in air travel. “Consumers have a right to…
A Boston Globe investigation shows that restaurants and grocery stores frequently give consumers false names for the fish they sell, usually claiming the fish to be a more expensive variety than it actually is. There…
With all the excitement of trick-or treating, it’s easy to forget certain safety precautions that are important when celebrating the upcoming holiday. Here are some reminders that can help prevent unnecessary problems and ensure that…
Few of the issues affecting the elderly are as likely to provoke emotional reactions as the rights of grandparents to visit their grandchildren. It is safe to presume that in stable marriages there isn’t much…
Some CooperVision Avaira Toric contact lenses contain an unintended silicone oil residue, prompting a manufacturer’s nationwide recall, the Department of Consumer Protection announced today. CooperVision Inc. of West Henrietta, New York is recalling certain lots…
Two West Hartford residents who were thrown out of one of largest medical practices in the state for complaining about its billing practice have won at least a minor victory by forcing the group to…
Written by Lisa Chedekel A Hartford rest home will be monitored by a special consultant, after a June incident in which a resident set himself on fire and died while the home’s overnight attendant was…
The national media is catching on to false claims from the oil, gas drilling, mobile phone industries claiming that favorable treatment to their businesses will result in millions of new jobs. Unfortunately, our politicians for…
There are many reasons why health care in America is the most expensive in the world, and one of them is that too many doctors would rather make more money than practice good medicine. The…
ONLINE EMOTIONAL AFFAIRS DEAR DOCTOR KATHLEEN, Every night after dinner, my husband gets on his computer for the rest of the evening. He tells me he has to work at home just to stay on…
The Department of Consumer Protection will oversee compliance by Connecticut food retailers on the removal of three varieties of Kraft Velveeta Shells & Cheese Single Serve Microwaveable Cups with certain “best when used by” dates…