NHS England's response to potential COVID-19 patient overload included controversial prioritization plans, reflecting profound concerns and ethical dilemmas.
Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule
Blanket 'do-not-resuscitate' orders during the pandemic were improperly applied based on age or disability without individual assessments, raising serious ethical concerns.
Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified
NHS England's response to potential COVID-19 patient overload included controversial prioritization plans, reflecting profound concerns and ethical dilemmas.
Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule
Blanket 'do-not-resuscitate' orders during the pandemic were improperly applied based on age or disability without individual assessments, raising serious ethical concerns.
Josseli Barnica Died After Texas Hospital Delayed Care During Her Miscarriage
Strict abortion laws in Texas may lead to tragic outcomes for women experiencing miscarriages, delaying necessary medical treatment in critical situations.
Dozens of patients file suit against former OB-GYN and Cedars-Sinai, alleging misconduct
Thirty-five women are suing Dr. Barry Brock for decades of sexual and medical misconduct, alleging he was enabled by healthcare institutions.
Physical therapist made patients feel 'safe,' then sexually abused them, CA suit says
The lawsuit involves seven former patients accusing a physical therapist of sexual assault, prompting serious concerns about oversight in healthcare practices.
California doctor suspected of sexually assaulting patients
Women accused liver disease specialist, Dr. John Carl Hoefs, of sexual assault while seeking medical treatment, showing abuse of power and trust in healthcare settings.
Dozens of patients file suit against former OB-GYN and Cedars-Sinai, alleging misconduct
Thirty-five women are suing Dr. Barry Brock for decades of sexual and medical misconduct, alleging he was enabled by healthcare institutions.
Physical therapist made patients feel 'safe,' then sexually abused them, CA suit says
The lawsuit involves seven former patients accusing a physical therapist of sexual assault, prompting serious concerns about oversight in healthcare practices.
California doctor suspected of sexually assaulting patients
Women accused liver disease specialist, Dr. John Carl Hoefs, of sexual assault while seeking medical treatment, showing abuse of power and trust in healthcare settings.
Euthanasia doctors in Canada struggle with the ethics of killing vulnerable patients
Canada's euthanasia system faces ethical debates as requests come from vulnerable individuals, raising concerns about socioeconomic implications and potential global influences.
Canadian doctors who provide euthanasia struggle with the ethics of killing vulnerable patients
Canada's euthanasia system raises ethical concerns among healthcare workers due to cases where socio-economic factors are mistaken for medically necessary end-of-life decisions.
Euthanasia doctors in Canada struggle with the ethics of killing vulnerable patients
Canada's euthanasia system faces ethical debates as requests come from vulnerable individuals, raising concerns about socioeconomic implications and potential global influences.
Canadian doctors who provide euthanasia struggle with the ethics of killing vulnerable patients
Canada's euthanasia system raises ethical concerns among healthcare workers due to cases where socio-economic factors are mistaken for medically necessary end-of-life decisions.
Doctor charged in Matthew Perry's death expected to plead guilty
Dr. Mark Chavez will plead guilty to conspiring to distribute ketamine in connection with Matthew Perry's overdose.
Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death appears in court after plea deal
Dr. Mark Chavez pleads guilty to conspiracy in Matthew Perry's death and collaborates with prosecutors against other suspects involved in ketamine distribution.
Doctor charged in Matthew Perry's death expected to plead guilty
Dr. Mark Chavez will plead guilty to conspiring to distribute ketamine in connection with Matthew Perry's overdose.
Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death appears in court after plea deal
Dr. Mark Chavez pleads guilty to conspiracy in Matthew Perry's death and collaborates with prosecutors against other suspects involved in ketamine distribution.
'I'm busy, let her wait' - inquiry is told nurse in Mater Private Hospital left incontinent patient alone on bedpan and pulled faces at dying woman
Prisca Umeobi faced serious allegations of neglect and disrespect towards patients during her tenure as a nurse, raising concerns about professional conduct.
Lucy Letby: ex-hospital bosses truly sorry' for delay in reporting concerns
The inquiry revealed significant delays by hospital management in reporting suspicions about Lucy Letby to the police, causing distress to victims' families.
How Can Healthcare Ensure Responsible AI Use? - MedCity News
Healthcare lacks a shared framework for responsible AI integration.
Collaboration and starting with low-risk, high-reward use cases are crucial for ethical AI implementation.
Texas doctor charged for leaking health records of transgender kids to far-right extremist
A surgeon in Houston is accused of breaching transgender kids' privacy by leaking their information to an extremist activist opposed to transgender rights.
Hospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, H.H.S. Says
Written informed consent now mandatory for sensitive examinations under anesthesia.
Hospitals must set clear guidelines to ensure providers and trainees obtain and document informed consent.
Texas doctor charged for leaking health records of transgender kids to far-right extremist
A surgeon in Houston is accused of breaching transgender kids' privacy by leaking their information to an extremist activist opposed to transgender rights.
Hospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, H.H.S. Says
Written informed consent now mandatory for sensitive examinations under anesthesia.
Hospitals must set clear guidelines to ensure providers and trainees obtain and document informed consent.