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Naas General Hospital advises patients with non-emergency issues not to attend A&E due to 'long wait times'

Naas General Hospital advises non-emergency patients to seek alternative care due to high wait times from increased flu and RSV cases.
#healthcare

Louisiana hospitals and pharmacists prep for new abortion pill rules

Louisiana's new law classifies abortion-related drugs as controlled substances, raising concerns over patient access and safety.

Man, 57, died after five hour wait to see doctor in A&E with severe pain and vomiting

Delay in medical treatment due to staff shortages contributed directly to the preventable death of George Powell.
Timely intervention could have saved Mr. Powell's life, according to the coroner's findings.

Man (35) who died after waiting 11 hours at Tallaght Hospital should have been seen within 10 minutes, inquest hears

Gary Crowley was not prioritized for urgent medical care due to hospital overcrowding and miscommunication in triage, contributing to his death.

Sollis Health Raises $33M to Transform Emergency Healthcare with Concierge Model

Sollis Health provides 24/7 urgent and emergency concierge care, addressing patient frustrations with traditional healthcare systems.

Washington Hospital doctor talks about East Bay's newest trauma center

The East Bay has opened its first trauma center, improving emergency care for serious injuries in southern Alameda County.

Man (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears

Critical delays in care and misdiagnosis contributed to Pat Murphy's death at Cork University Hospital.

Louisiana hospitals and pharmacists prep for new abortion pill rules

Louisiana's new law classifies abortion-related drugs as controlled substances, raising concerns over patient access and safety.

Man, 57, died after five hour wait to see doctor in A&E with severe pain and vomiting

Delay in medical treatment due to staff shortages contributed directly to the preventable death of George Powell.
Timely intervention could have saved Mr. Powell's life, according to the coroner's findings.

Man (35) who died after waiting 11 hours at Tallaght Hospital should have been seen within 10 minutes, inquest hears

Gary Crowley was not prioritized for urgent medical care due to hospital overcrowding and miscommunication in triage, contributing to his death.

Sollis Health Raises $33M to Transform Emergency Healthcare with Concierge Model

Sollis Health provides 24/7 urgent and emergency concierge care, addressing patient frustrations with traditional healthcare systems.

Washington Hospital doctor talks about East Bay's newest trauma center

The East Bay has opened its first trauma center, improving emergency care for serious injuries in southern Alameda County.

Man (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears

Critical delays in care and misdiagnosis contributed to Pat Murphy's death at Cork University Hospital.
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#nhs

Elderly patient left unable to swallow after 52-hour A&E wait

The inadequate provision of timely medication in A&E can severely impact patient health outcomes.

Flu cases make NHS busier than ever with 95% of beds full

The NHS in England is facing unprecedented pressure heading into winter due to high occupancy rates and rising illness rates. Hospitals are overwhelmed.

London Ambulance Service crews up for Parliamentary award

Three ambulance crews have been nominated for an NHS Parliamentary award for reducing patient waiting times at A&E through improved handover practices.

Elderly patient left unable to swallow after 52-hour A&E wait

The inadequate provision of timely medication in A&E can severely impact patient health outcomes.

Flu cases make NHS busier than ever with 95% of beds full

The NHS in England is facing unprecedented pressure heading into winter due to high occupancy rates and rising illness rates. Hospitals are overwhelmed.

London Ambulance Service crews up for Parliamentary award

Three ambulance crews have been nominated for an NHS Parliamentary award for reducing patient waiting times at A&E through improved handover practices.
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#healthcare-system

Can patient-centered care fix our broken emergency system?

The healthcare system fails to provide timely and appropriate care during emergencies, especially for families and young children.

Consultant warns Aoife Johnston (16) inquest that UHL emergency department was 'a death trap'

Teen's death reflects failures in emergency care and healthcare system.

Can patient-centered care fix our broken emergency system?

The healthcare system fails to provide timely and appropriate care during emergencies, especially for families and young children.

Consultant warns Aoife Johnston (16) inquest that UHL emergency department was 'a death trap'

Teen's death reflects failures in emergency care and healthcare system.
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#first-aid

Lifesaving Items For Your First-Aid Kit In Case Of A Medical Emergency

Understanding when to seek ER, urgent care, or use home care can optimize treatment and reduce unnecessary medical visits.

Doctors And Nurses Are Calling Out The Health "Lies" You Should STOP Believing, And It's Shocking

Ambulance rides do not guarantee faster ER treatment; triage prioritizes based on severity of conditions.

Lifesaving Items For Your First-Aid Kit In Case Of A Medical Emergency

Understanding when to seek ER, urgent care, or use home care can optimize treatment and reduce unnecessary medical visits.

Doctors And Nurses Are Calling Out The Health "Lies" You Should STOP Believing, And It's Shocking

Ambulance rides do not guarantee faster ER treatment; triage prioritizes based on severity of conditions.
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Midnight Family' Is a Fresh and Energetic Medical Drama

The show 'Midnight Family' depicts a family's challenges while running a private ambulance amid Mexico City's emergency medical crisis, blending personal and professional lives.
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Data reveal how doctors take women's pain less seriously than men's

Female patients in hospital emergency departments experience delayed access to painkillers and medical care compared to male patients due to gender bias.

California toddler's backyard snake snake bite bills totaled $297,461

A 2-year-old boy was severely bitten by a rattlesnake and required extensive medical treatment, leading to substantial medical bills for his family.

Data reveal how doctors take women's pain less seriously than men's

Female patients in hospital emergency departments experience delayed access to painkillers and medical care compared to male patients due to gender bias.

California toddler's backyard snake snake bite bills totaled $297,461

A 2-year-old boy was severely bitten by a rattlesnake and required extensive medical treatment, leading to substantial medical bills for his family.
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#child-health

What Should You Do if Your Child Gets RSV While You're Traveling?

Traveling with infants can complicate medical emergencies like RSV.
Staying calm and keeping the child comfortable is crucial for parents during stressful situations.

Doctors missed sepsis in boy aged 4, inquest hears

A four-year-old boy died of sepsis after medical staff failed to recognize his severe condition in a timely manner.

What Should You Do if Your Child Gets RSV While You're Traveling?

Traveling with infants can complicate medical emergencies like RSV.
Staying calm and keeping the child comfortable is crucial for parents during stressful situations.

Doctors missed sepsis in boy aged 4, inquest hears

A four-year-old boy died of sepsis after medical staff failed to recognize his severe condition in a timely manner.
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Why people are less likely to give CPR to women who collapse

Anxiety regarding inappropriate touching hinders bystanders from performing CPR on women, creating a gender disparity in emergency medical care.
#supreme-court

Supreme Court Lets Stand a Decision Barring Emergency Abortions That Violate Texas Ban

The Supreme Court upheld Texas' strict abortion ban, impacting emergency abortions contrary to the Biden administration's appeal.
Doctors face uncertainty in providing necessary medical care due to vague abortion laws in Texas.

5 Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho's Abortion Ban

Idaho's near-total abortion ban challenged in Supreme Court for potentially violating federal law on emergency care.

What's at stake as the Supreme Court hears Idaho case about abortion in emergencies

Abortion case before Supreme Court due to conflict between Idaho law and federal emergency care law.

Supreme Court Lets Stand a Decision Barring Emergency Abortions That Violate Texas Ban

The Supreme Court upheld Texas' strict abortion ban, impacting emergency abortions contrary to the Biden administration's appeal.
Doctors face uncertainty in providing necessary medical care due to vague abortion laws in Texas.

5 Takeaways From the Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho's Abortion Ban

Idaho's near-total abortion ban challenged in Supreme Court for potentially violating federal law on emergency care.

What's at stake as the Supreme Court hears Idaho case about abortion in emergencies

Abortion case before Supreme Court due to conflict between Idaho law and federal emergency care law.
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#patient-advocacy

?Man was in agony after nine-hour wait to see doctor at hospital while artery was rupturing, inquest hears

Emergency care delays can result in tragic outcomes, as seen in Pat Murphy's case.

Urgent care or ER? With one-stop shop,' hospitals offer both under same roof

The combination emergency room and urgent care center model aims to simplify patient decision-making and potentially save them significant costs on healthcare services.

Six people facing disciplinary process in wake of Aoife Johnston's death at UHL

UHL's emergency department acknowledges reduced but persisting risk, striving for enhanced safety measures post-Aoife's death.

?Man was in agony after nine-hour wait to see doctor at hospital while artery was rupturing, inquest hears

Emergency care delays can result in tragic outcomes, as seen in Pat Murphy's case.

Urgent care or ER? With one-stop shop,' hospitals offer both under same roof

The combination emergency room and urgent care center model aims to simplify patient decision-making and potentially save them significant costs on healthcare services.

Six people facing disciplinary process in wake of Aoife Johnston's death at UHL

UHL's emergency department acknowledges reduced but persisting risk, striving for enhanced safety measures post-Aoife's death.
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California Sues Hospital for Denying Patient an Emergency Abortion

Hospitals may deny emergency abortions despite strong pro-choice laws, posing risks to women's health.

Doctors And Nurses Are Revealing The "Emergency" Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life

Seek immediate medical attention for chest pain; it could be a sign of a heart attack.
Do not self-diagnose stroke symptoms; avoid medication without medical imaging first.
Carry a LifeVac to prevent choking emergencies, especially for parents.
Administer Narcan for opioid overdoses and ensure follow-up evaluation at an ER.

VA offers veterans nationwide access to emergency telehealth care

The VA now provides tele-emergency assessments for veterans to assess medical conditions without in-person visits.

'I left my son at school so he'd be taken into care'

Desperate for help, a mother left her son at school for emergency care due to his severe behavioral issues and lack of support.

7 Things ER Doctors Say You Should Always Do After A Fall

Older adults are especially vulnerable to falls, leading to severe injuries and complications; prevention and awareness are crucial.
Immediate care post-fall is essential for identifying and managing potential injuries.

4 charts that show how California counties spent $45 billion on employees last year

Santa Clara County's public hospital expansion increased emergency care access but raised payroll costs to California's highest.

This emergency Burning Man service costs $20, and thousands sign up for it

A temporary Care Flight membership greatly reduces air ambulance costs for Burning Man attendees, addressing serious medical emergencies.

Maimonides Bay Ridge ED's first birthday, with plans for pediatric ER underway

Maimonides Health marks successful first year at Bay Ridge Emergency Department

Mater Hospital hit by 'systems problem' and advises public to avoid emergency department 'where possible'

Patients in need of emergency care at Mater Hospital will be seen despite IT issues.
#covid-19-symptoms

These Are The Concerning COVID Symptoms That Warrant A Doctor Visit

COVID-19 symptoms like breathing issues, high fever, and chest pain should be red flags requiring immediate medical attention.

These COVID Symptoms Are Red Flags That You Need Medical Attention

Breathing issues and high fever are red-flag symptoms of COVID-19 that require immediate medical care.
Shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness and confusion are also reasons to seek emergency care for COVID-19.

These Are The Concerning COVID Symptoms That Warrant A Doctor Visit

COVID-19 symptoms like breathing issues, high fever, and chest pain should be red flags requiring immediate medical attention.

These COVID Symptoms Are Red Flags That You Need Medical Attention

Breathing issues and high fever are red-flag symptoms of COVID-19 that require immediate medical care.
Shortness of breath, chest pain, and dizziness and confusion are also reasons to seek emergency care for COVID-19.
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Elderly patients waiting more than 24 hours among 123 people on trolleys in UHL as it grapples with overcrowding

Recent improvements in staff numbers and measures taken by UHL to address overcrowding issues following a patient's tragic death.

A mom's $97,000 question: How was an air-ambulance ride not medically necessary?

Sara England's infant son required emergency specialized care after showing breathing difficulties post open-heart surgery.
The Bill of the Month program by KFF Health News and NPR investigates and explains medical bills through crowdsourcing.

Revealed: The hospitals struggling the most in England as winter bites

Delays in emergency care are putting patients at risk.
Ambulance handover times are exceeding targets, with more than 80% waiting longer than 30 minutes.

Top doctors sound alarm over the quality of care for patients in A&E departments

Long A&E waits in the UK are causing preventable deaths and significant harm to patients, prompting urgent calls for improvements in emergency care.

NHS in summer crisis of emergency care waits, doctors say

The NHS faces a summer crisis with severe ambulance delays, crowded A&E units, and preventable deaths due to long waits for emergency care.
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