Nine births at Portiuncula Hospital under review including two stillbirths as HSE appoints new team to run maternity servicesNew management team appointed to improve maternity services after concerning incidents involving infant hypoxia and stillbirths.
Santa Clara County Health Officials Take Steps to End Hospitals' Illegal Disposal of WastesCounty-run hospitals have illegally dumped medical waste and patient data, prompting accountability and oversight reviews.
Another delay to new national children's hospital revealed with opening date now heading to 2026The new completion date for the hospital is now projected for 2026, missing the 2025 deadline.The project cost has escalated to €2.2 billion, raising concerns about future funding.
California Bill Would Require State Review of Private Equity Deals in Health Care | KQEDCalifornia legislation seeks to enhance oversight of private equity in healthcare amid concerns about its impact on costs and care quality.
Maternity services under threat due to falling London birth ratesLow birth rates in North London prompt discussions about potential cuts to maternity units, impacting services at hospitals.Low staff morale and trust at North London NHS Trusts lead to concerns about reporting of unsafe clinical practices.