U.S. Department of Health and Human Services finds that 17% of nursing homes have caused "actual harm or immediate jeopardy to patients."

The Los Angeles times has published helpful articles on getting the best care possible as part of a new series on patient advocacy.

The Association of Medical Colleges has released a report detailing ways medical schools can reduce potential conflicts of interest between faculty members and industry.

A recent San Francisco Chronicle article explores the emergence of independent healthcare advocacy as a profession.