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Tess Finch-Lees: We're drowning in a wave of Covid, but hospitals aren't even insisting on masks

The harsh realities faced by some Covid-19 patients in hospitals are devastating.

'Very bad bathroom cleanliness': what patients said in newest hospital survey

Many patients feel their hospital care experience is positive, despite concerns about communication, cleanliness, and overcrowding in emergency departments.

What if hospital was at your house? - Harvard Gazette

'Acute' hospital care can be effectively provided at home for complex patients
Study shows positive outcomes treating patients at home for conditions like heart failure, respiratory infections, and sepsis

Tess Finch-Lees: We're drowning in a wave of Covid, but hospitals aren't even insisting on masks

The harsh realities faced by some Covid-19 patients in hospitals are devastating.

'Very bad bathroom cleanliness': what patients said in newest hospital survey

Many patients feel their hospital care experience is positive, despite concerns about communication, cleanliness, and overcrowding in emergency departments.

What if hospital was at your house? - Harvard Gazette

'Acute' hospital care can be effectively provided at home for complex patients
Study shows positive outcomes treating patients at home for conditions like heart failure, respiratory infections, and sepsis
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#mental-health

'My autistic son had no safety net when in crisis'

The case highlights a critical failure in mental health facilities to provide appropriate care for individuals with complex needs.

I admitted my teen to a psychiatric ward. With time apart, I realized I also needed to take care of myself.

Navigating the challenges of parenting a child with schizophrenia requires support for both the child and the parent's well-being.

'My autistic son had no safety net when in crisis'

The case highlights a critical failure in mental health facilities to provide appropriate care for individuals with complex needs.

I admitted my teen to a psychiatric ward. With time apart, I realized I also needed to take care of myself.

Navigating the challenges of parenting a child with schizophrenia requires support for both the child and the parent's well-being.
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Texas woman died after being denied miscarriage care due to abortion ban, report finds

Abortion laws in Texas create dangerous delays in medical care, risking women's lives during critical pregnancy complications.

Darent Valley Hospital wanted my mum dead - she was denied of food and fluids'

Andrew Taylor raises concerns about his mother's treatment in hospital during and after a stroke, highlighting issues of starvation and inadequate care.

'A nurse at Lewisham Hospital covered my dad's mouth and told him to shut up'

Clive Park received initial excellent care post-stroke but faced severe neglect and abuse during his recovery at Lewisham Hospital.
#inquest

Inquest into contaminated baby feed deaths opens

A mother recounts the unimaginable pain of losing her premature baby due to contaminated hospital feed.

Major safety incident linked to Kevin Campbell death

Serious concerns raised over the hospital care of former footballer Kevin Campbell by a health trust after his death at Manchester Royal Infirmary.

Inquest into contaminated baby feed deaths opens

A mother recounts the unimaginable pain of losing her premature baby due to contaminated hospital feed.

Major safety incident linked to Kevin Campbell death

Serious concerns raised over the hospital care of former footballer Kevin Campbell by a health trust after his death at Manchester Royal Infirmary.
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Girl, 11, stabbed in Leicester Square gets dream of seeing Taylor Swift

An 11-year-old girl stabbed in Leicester Square has expressed gratitude to hospital staff after fulfilling her dream of seeing a Taylor Swift concert.

Changes at a San Jose hospital raise questions about impact of trauma center closures

Paco Rojas, hit by a drunk driver and suffering severe injuries, underwent 23 surgeries at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, showcasing the critical role of trauma centers in saving lives.
#patient-safety

'Bryonny should not have died,' mother says after report highlights 'missed opportunities' in her care at Mullingar Hospital

Hospital missed several chances to escalate concern

Man (69) with pneumonia disappeared from hospital on freezing night in pyjamas before drowning, inquest hears

Patient safety concerns highlighted.

'Bryonny should not have died,' mother says after report highlights 'missed opportunities' in her care at Mullingar Hospital

Hospital missed several chances to escalate concern

Man (69) with pneumonia disappeared from hospital on freezing night in pyjamas before drowning, inquest hears

Patient safety concerns highlighted.
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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.

20 people onboard aircraft hit by severe turbulence now in intensive care following death of British man on Singapore Airlines flight

Twenty passengers from a Singapore Airlines flight remain in intensive care following severe turbulence.

Mum, 88, 'kept in Lewisham hospital holding bay' for days 'with no dignity'

Patients' dignity and care in hospitals need to be prioritized to avoid compromising situations.

California Patients Stranded in Hospitals Due to Lack of Specialized Care Facilities | KQED

Huntington's disease causes complications like falls and hospitals struggle with staffing for adequate care.

A hospital is suing to move a quadriplegic 18-year-old to a nursing home. She says no

The case of Alexis Ratcliff highlights the challenges faced by younger people with disabilities in finding suitable long-term care options.
States have failed to adequately help individuals live in their own homes, despite Supreme Court opinions emphasizing this right.

Leaks and extreme temperatures affecting patient care in London

Infrastructure problems affecting hospital care in London include leaks, excessive temperatures, and shocks.
Backlogs of high-risk repairs are a significant issue, with London hospitals having some of the largest backlogs.
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