By the time the girl was admitted to hospital, her hair was brittle, her skin flaking, and she was so malnourished that doctors said she was at risk of cardiac arrest and death.

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There are multiple ways Marylanders can anonymously report suspected child abuse or neglect. These include a state hotline, 1 ...

Investigators found that an 11-year-old boy died during a movie theater outing after foster care staff ignored signs of ...

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Q: I often wonder about some of the older adults in my neighborhood and whether they are being neglected by family or ...

There are several types of abuse in nursing homes that residents may experience, including: Physical abuse Neglect Sexual abuse Financial abuse or financial exploitation Emotional or psychological ...

"Our laws are designed to protect children because they cannot speak ... IMPD says it's important for family members to report any signs of abuse or neglect immediately. "Please reach out to ...

Feces were also on the walls and furniture. Chantell Gardner's 3-year-old son had overt signs of neglect and food disparity when taken to Riley Children's Health to be examined. Doctors told police ...

As conditions inside the apartment got worse, Gardner stopped taking the children to the doctor or even out in public for fear that the neglect would ... found he showed signs of food deprivation ...

Six dead horses were found, and 22 more horses showed signs of neglect following an investigation in Suffolk, police said Tuesday, with residents saying they've shared their concerns about them ...

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — A jury has convicted a West Virginia couple accused of neglect and forced labor involving their adopted children.