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US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Sybil Shainwald, Lawyer Who Fought for Women's Health, Dies at 96

Sybil Shainwald's work significantly advanced the legal fight for women harmed by poorly tested medical products.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Using brain-dead people for medical experiments: The new debate at the frontier of bioethics

Using brain-dead bodies for medical experiments could significantly advance research into lethal diseases.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
UK news

UK woman accused of illegal abortion says she told medics she had miscarried

Trial for Nicola Packer centers on her claim of miscarriage after taking abortion medication during the COVID lockdown, highlighting fears of receiving appropriate care.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Doctors condemn Supreme Court ruling on trans women as scientifically illiterate'

The British Medical Association criticizes the Supreme Court's ruling on biological sex as harmful and lacking scientific basis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago
UK news

UK woman accused of illegal abortion says she told medics she had miscarried

Trial for Nicola Packer centers on her claim of miscarriage after taking abortion medication during the COVID lockdown, highlighting fears of receiving appropriate care.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Doctors condemn Supreme Court ruling on trans women as scientifically illiterate'

The British Medical Association criticizes the Supreme Court's ruling on biological sex as harmful and lacking scientific basis.
more#reproductive-rights
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Health care for transgender children questioned in 400-page Trump administration report

The HHS released a report challenging gender-affirming care for transgender youth, calling it misguided and potentially harmful.
#child-welfare
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Sanity returns as feds condemn transgender treatments for kids

The US acknowledges dangers of sex-change treatments for children with a comprehensive report.
Gray areas in child sex-change treatments are finally being illuminated by US health authorities.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
SF parents

First clinical confirmation that child had corrective hip surgery that wasn't needed, Mary Lou McDonald tells Dail

Confirmation of unnecessary surgeries raises distress among parents regarding the treatment of their children.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Sanity returns as feds condemn transgender treatments for kids

The US acknowledges dangers of sex-change treatments for children with a comprehensive report.
Gray areas in child sex-change treatments are finally being illuminated by US health authorities.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
SF parents

First clinical confirmation that child had corrective hip surgery that wasn't needed, Mary Lou McDonald tells Dail

Confirmation of unnecessary surgeries raises distress among parents regarding the treatment of their children.
more#child-welfare
NYC LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

US health agency's review' advocates for therapy for youth gender dysphoria

The federal health department recommends therapy over medical treatment for youth with gender dysphoria, citing potential risks of medical interventions.
#assisted-suicide
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

New York inches closer to legal-suicide madness - Gov, you gotta stop it!

The New York Assembly passed a controversial bill legalizing assisted suicide for terminally ill adults, raising ethical concerns.
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago
Right-wing politics

Is 2025 the Year of Assisted Suicide?

Most Americans view assisted suicide as a distant issue, but momentum grows in some states for legalization.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

New York inches closer to legal-suicide madness - Gov, you gotta stop it!

The New York Assembly passed a controversial bill legalizing assisted suicide for terminally ill adults, raising ethical concerns.
fromThe American Conservative
4 months ago
Right-wing politics

Is 2025 the Year of Assisted Suicide?

Most Americans view assisted suicide as a distant issue, but momentum grows in some states for legalization.
more#assisted-suicide
NYC parents
fromShore News Network
1 week ago

Fake plastic surgeon indicted for manslaughter after fatal botched procedure in Queens

Felipe Hoyos Foronda faces charges for performing fatal unauthorized surgery leading to a woman's death.
#patient-safety
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Consultant sues Medical Council after her home address was given to doctor who blamed her for 'ruining my life'

Medical Council faces lawsuit over address disclosure in alleged doctor misconduct case.
Dr Cunningham reports severe impact on her mental health due to fear and anxiety.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Former Mass. General medical assistant convicted of sexually assaulting 4 patients

A medical assistant was convicted of sexually assaulting four patients at a Massachusetts health care center.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

'GP who squeezed patient's breasts in opportunistic sexual assault should be banned'

Dr. Varaha Konathala faced allegations of inappropriate touching, with a tribunal concluding his conduct was sexual, yet he has returned to practice.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

GP who squeezed woman's breasts' during ankle appointment can return to work

Dr. Konathala was suspended for inappropriate behavior but can return to practice after one year as deemed not to pose a public risk.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Toronto gynecologist linked to infection exposure resigns from college amid investigations | CBC News

Dr. Esther Park resigns amid investigation for poor hygiene practices exposing patients to blood-borne infections.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Consultant sues Medical Council after her home address was given to doctor who blamed her for 'ruining my life'

Medical Council faces lawsuit over address disclosure in alleged doctor misconduct case.
Dr Cunningham reports severe impact on her mental health due to fear and anxiety.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Former Mass. General medical assistant convicted of sexually assaulting 4 patients

A medical assistant was convicted of sexually assaulting four patients at a Massachusetts health care center.
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

'GP who squeezed patient's breasts in opportunistic sexual assault should be banned'

Dr. Varaha Konathala faced allegations of inappropriate touching, with a tribunal concluding his conduct was sexual, yet he has returned to practice.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

GP who squeezed woman's breasts' during ankle appointment can return to work

Dr. Konathala was suspended for inappropriate behavior but can return to practice after one year as deemed not to pose a public risk.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Toronto gynecologist linked to infection exposure resigns from college amid investigations | CBC News

Dr. Esther Park resigns amid investigation for poor hygiene practices exposing patients to blood-borne infections.
more#patient-safety
#family-dynamics
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

What the 'moral distress' of doctors tells us about eroding trust in health care

The ethical dilemma in healthcare arises when families want to continue life support against medical advice, causing moral distress for medical teams.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Relationships

Plastic Surgeons Operating on Family: Where to Draw the Line

Surgeons are often advised against operating on family members due to ethical concerns.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
2 months ago

What the 'moral distress' of doctors tells us about eroding trust in health care

The ethical dilemma in healthcare arises when families want to continue life support against medical advice, causing moral distress for medical teams.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
Relationships

Plastic Surgeons Operating on Family: Where to Draw the Line

Surgeons are often advised against operating on family members due to ethical concerns.
more#family-dynamics
#palliative-care
Germany news
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Doctor charged with murdering 15 palliative care patients in Germany

A Berlin doctor is accused of murdering 15 palliative care patients by administering harmful drugs without consent.
Germany news
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Berlin doctor accused of killing 15 patients - and trying to cover up the evidence with arson

A doctor in Berlin faces murder charges for allegedly killing 15 patients under palliative care.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany: Berlin doctor charged with 15 counts of murder DW 04/16/2025

A Berlin doctor faces 15 murder charges for allegedly administering lethal doses to palliative care patients without consent.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Germany: Berlin doctor charged with murder of 15 patients DW 04/16/2025

A doctor in Berlin is charged with 15 counts of murder, accused of administering lethal doses to palliative care patients.
Germany news
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Doctor charged with murdering 15 palliative care patients in Germany

A Berlin doctor is accused of murdering 15 palliative care patients by administering harmful drugs without consent.
Germany news
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Berlin doctor accused of killing 15 patients - and trying to cover up the evidence with arson

A doctor in Berlin faces murder charges for allegedly killing 15 patients under palliative care.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Germany: Berlin doctor charged with 15 counts of murder DW 04/16/2025

A Berlin doctor faces 15 murder charges for allegedly administering lethal doses to palliative care patients without consent.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Germany: Berlin doctor charged with murder of 15 patients DW 04/16/2025

A doctor in Berlin is charged with 15 counts of murder, accused of administering lethal doses to palliative care patients.
more#palliative-care
#supreme-court
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Doctors in end-of-life cases can be named

The Supreme Court ruled that doctors in high-profile end-of-life cases can be named, emphasizing transparency and public interest over confidentiality.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Doctors in end-of-life cases of two UK children can be named, court rules

The UK Supreme Court allowed doctors' names to be revealed in notable end-of-life cases, supporting transparency and freedom of speech in patient care disputes.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Doctors in end-of-life cases can be named

The Supreme Court ruled that doctors in high-profile end-of-life cases can be named, emphasizing transparency and public interest over confidentiality.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
UK news

Doctors in end-of-life cases of two UK children can be named, court rules

The UK Supreme Court allowed doctors' names to be revealed in notable end-of-life cases, supporting transparency and freedom of speech in patient care disputes.
more#supreme-court
#genetic-testing
Podcast
fromElvis Duran
2 weeks ago

NYC Helicopter Crash, Pharmacist Hacks Computers to Stalk Coworkers, Influe | Elvis Duran and the Morning Show | Elvis Duran

An influencer discovered his cancer through his baby's genetic testing.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

My DNA test revealed a family secret that seemed too shocking - now we will never be the same

Fertility fraud can lead to shocking discoveries about one's family relations, as highlighted by Victoria Hill's experience with her boyfriend being her brother.
Podcast
fromElvis Duran
2 weeks ago

NYC Helicopter Crash, Pharmacist Hacks Computers to Stalk Coworkers, Influe | Elvis Duran and the Morning Show | Elvis Duran

An influencer discovered his cancer through his baby's genetic testing.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

My DNA test revealed a family secret that seemed too shocking - now we will never be the same

Fertility fraud can lead to shocking discoveries about one's family relations, as highlighted by Victoria Hill's experience with her boyfriend being her brother.
more#genetic-testing
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
4 weeks ago
UK news

Lewisham doctor accused of making patient making remove bra unnecessarily

Dr. Neill Garrard's tribunal victory exposes flaws in an NHS Trust's misconduct investigation leading to his dismissal.
Miami Marlins
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Miami doctor accused of prescribing millions of Oxycodone pills sold on streets: feds

Doctor accused of overprescribing Oxycodone to elderly patients, resulting in millions of dollars in illegal drug sales.
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

When Scientists Don't Correct Errors, Misinformation and Deadly Consequences Can Follow

Scientific journals face challenges in correcting statistical errors in studies, often leading to detrimental consequences for patients.
#sexual-abuse
Healthcare
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Berkeley man sues Kaiser Permanente, alleges medical assistant of sexual assault during cancer surgery

A patient alleges sexual abuse during surgery at Kaiser Permanente, prompting a lawsuit for lack of response to complaints.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

France: Huge child sex abuse case prompts scrutiny of laws DW 03/08/2025

A surgeon accused of abusing around 300 patients, mostly minors, raises serious concerns about systemic failures in protecting children in medical settings.
Healthcare
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Berkeley man sues Kaiser Permanente, alleges medical assistant of sexual assault during cancer surgery

A patient alleges sexual abuse during surgery at Kaiser Permanente, prompting a lawsuit for lack of response to complaints.
France politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

France: Huge child sex abuse case prompts scrutiny of laws DW 03/08/2025

A surgeon accused of abusing around 300 patients, mostly minors, raises serious concerns about systemic failures in protecting children in medical settings.
more#sexual-abuse
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

You went to the doctor and came out feeling worse - Harvard Gazette

Medical gaslighting often stems from doctors' pressures, leading to patient feelings of dismissal regarding hard-to-detect conditions.
#clinical-trials
Medicine
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Halted research, disciplined doctors: internal audit finds Kaiser ignored patient protections in Northern California study

Kaiser Permanente researchers violated volunteer trust, breaching safety protocols in a clinical trial, leading to its termination and disciplinary actions.
Medicine
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Patients Are Dying After a Strange Cancer Treatment on a Remote Island

The ExThera device claimed to treat cancer but had serious health risks, highlighting the need for regulatory oversight in medical treatments.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 months ago
philosophy

Lies...Still the Best Medicine?

Placebo surgeries prompt a significant ethical debate about deception in medical practice despite their potential benefits.
Medicine
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Halted research, disciplined doctors: internal audit finds Kaiser ignored patient protections in Northern California study

Kaiser Permanente researchers violated volunteer trust, breaching safety protocols in a clinical trial, leading to its termination and disciplinary actions.
Medicine
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Patients Are Dying After a Strange Cancer Treatment on a Remote Island

The ExThera device claimed to treat cancer but had serious health risks, highlighting the need for regulatory oversight in medical treatments.
fromA Philosopher's Blog
2 months ago
philosophy

Lies...Still the Best Medicine?

Placebo surgeries prompt a significant ethical debate about deception in medical practice despite their potential benefits.
more#clinical-trials
#patient-care
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana Srivastava

Delivering bad news requires compassion, yet the reality of healthcare logistics complicates the situation.
Patients expect in-person communication about difficult diagnoses; timing and resource constraints challenge this ideal.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago
Medicine

Here's why a Miami plastic surgeon was fined for post-surgery action (or inaction)

A Miami plastic surgeon was fined for inadequate post-operative care after a tummy tuck, underscoring the importance of follow-up procedures.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana Srivastava

Delivering bad news requires compassion, yet the reality of healthcare logistics complicates the situation.
Patients expect in-person communication about difficult diagnoses; timing and resource constraints challenge this ideal.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago
Medicine

Here's why a Miami plastic surgeon was fined for post-surgery action (or inaction)

A Miami plastic surgeon was fined for inadequate post-operative care after a tummy tuck, underscoring the importance of follow-up procedures.
more#patient-care
Healthcare
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Kansas Lawmakers Override Veto of Ban on Transition Care for Minors

Kansas Legislature overrides veto, banning gender-transition treatments for minors, aligning with conservative trends nationally.
#healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I was part of the panel that reviewed the Lucy Letby case. I believe the trial was fundamentally flawed | Neena Modi

Systemic issues in the NHS and potential medical mismanagement contributed to the cases surrounding Lucy Letby, highlighting concerns about miscarriage of justice.
The review found no malpractice, indicating that adverse outcomes were due to complex medical dynamics rather than deliberate wrongdoing.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Digital life

Doctors Who Delivered Babies From Moms Who Clearly Cheated Are Sharing What Happened Next, And It's Soooooo Messy

Healthcare professionals witness deeply emotional and complex situations during childbirth, revealing personal and societal issues.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

I was part of the panel that reviewed the Lucy Letby case. I believe the trial was fundamentally flawed | Neena Modi

Systemic issues in the NHS and potential medical mismanagement contributed to the cases surrounding Lucy Letby, highlighting concerns about miscarriage of justice.
The review found no malpractice, indicating that adverse outcomes were due to complex medical dynamics rather than deliberate wrongdoing.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Digital life

Doctors Who Delivered Babies From Moms Who Clearly Cheated Are Sharing What Happened Next, And It's Soooooo Messy

Healthcare professionals witness deeply emotional and complex situations during childbirth, revealing personal and societal issues.
more#healthcare
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Louisiana DA warns there's trove of evidence against NY doctor who allegedly mailed abortion pills to teen - who was planning gender reveal party: report

Prosecutors are determined to extradite a New York doctor for violating Louisiana's anti-abortion laws by prescribing pills to a minor.
#end-of-life-care
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Medicine

As an emergency medicine doctor, I see a lot of confusion over end-of-life wishes. Keep an open conversation with your family and revisit often.

Clear communication is essential for understanding and executing end-of-life medical wishes effectively.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Should AI be used in end-of-life medical decisions? - Harvard Gazette

Sophisticated large-language models are expanding discussions on the ethical considerations of AI in patient care, especially end-of-life decisions.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Medicine

As an emergency medicine doctor, I see a lot of confusion over end-of-life wishes. Keep an open conversation with your family and revisit often.

Clear communication is essential for understanding and executing end-of-life medical wishes effectively.
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Should AI be used in end-of-life medical decisions? - Harvard Gazette

Sophisticated large-language models are expanding discussions on the ethical considerations of AI in patient care, especially end-of-life decisions.
more#end-of-life-care
#xenotransplantation
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A transplanted pig kidney offers a grandmother hope for life without dialysis

Towana Looney's surgery represents a groundbreaking attempt to address organ shortages through the use of genetically modified pig organs.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
Medicine

FDA approves pig organ transplant trials for patients with kidney failure

The FDA has approved clinical trials for organ transplants using genetically modified pigs, a potential solution for the kidney transplant shortage.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

A transplanted pig kidney offers a grandmother hope for life without dialysis

Towana Looney's surgery represents a groundbreaking attempt to address organ shortages through the use of genetically modified pig organs.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
Medicine

FDA approves pig organ transplant trials for patients with kidney failure

The FDA has approved clinical trials for organ transplants using genetically modified pigs, a potential solution for the kidney transplant shortage.
more#xenotransplantation
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
114 years ago
History

Josef Mengele

Josef Mengele, known as the 'Angel of Death', conducted inhumane experiments on Auschwitz inmates, had a fascination with genetics, and evaded justice until his natural death.
#lawsuit
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

California prison dentist lawsuit alleges retaliation and patient neglect in CDCR facilities

Denial of rights and care in prison settings has become a legal issue as healthcare professionals face retaliation for advocating for patients.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

L.A. fertility doctor sued over artificially inseminating woman with wrong sperm

A fertility doctor allegedly inseminated a woman with the wrong sperm, revealing shocking family secrets decades later.
fromSacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

California prison dentist lawsuit alleges retaliation and patient neglect in CDCR facilities

Denial of rights and care in prison settings has become a legal issue as healthcare professionals face retaliation for advocating for patients.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

L.A. fertility doctor sued over artificially inseminating woman with wrong sperm

A fertility doctor allegedly inseminated a woman with the wrong sperm, revealing shocking family secrets decades later.
more#lawsuit
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Medicine

Annual winners' for most egregious US healthcare profiteering announced

The 2024 Shkreli awards highlight ongoing issues of profiteering and dysfunction in healthcare.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Beverly Hills doctor accused of rape preyed on his own employees, prosecutors say

A doctor in Beverly Hills has been charged with drugging and raping an employee, prompting police to seek other potential victims.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

When burning hospitals are no longer news

The world largely ignores the humanitarian crisis unfolding at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza.
Dr. Abu Safia's repeated pleas for aid remain unheard amidst ongoing Israeli attacks.
philosophy
fromApaonline
4 months ago

What (else) do Students Want from Medical Ethics?

Focusing medical ethics education on real-world healthcare problems engages students more meaningfully than traditional theoretical approaches.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Dolores Madrigal, Plaintiff in Landmark Sterilization Case, Dies at 90

Dolores Madrigal's case was instrumental in exposing coercive sterilizations of Latina women, sparking vital reforms in healthcare consent practices.
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