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Transgender woman wins record payout in China after electroshock treatment

Ling'er won a historic case against unauthorized electroshock treatment in China, representing a significant step for transgender rights and legal protections.
#sexual-abuse

Anesthesiologist with 'Chloroform Fetish' Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Nanny: Police

A former anesthesiologist drugged and sexually abused his family's nanny, leading to a guilty plea to serious charges.

Disgraced NYC urologist Darius Paduch sentenced to life in prison for 'perverse and pervasive' sexual abuse of male patients - including minors

Darius Paduch sentenced to life for sexually abusing male patients over a decade, including minors, at prestigious hospitals.

Urologist Who Sexually Abused Patients Is Sentenced to Life in Prison

A urologist was sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing multiple patients, including minors, using his medical profession to commit the crimes.

'Sadistic' urologist 'exploited more male patients than any predator in history'

Darius Paduch exploited male patients for decades, facing lawsuits from over 150 victims, marking one of the largest cases of its kind in history.

O.C. doctor accused of multiple sexual battery charges faces new allegations

Dr. John Hoefs is accused of sexual abuse under the pretense of medical examinations, exploiting vulnerable female patients for years.

Doctor Is Found Guilty of Sexual Abuse of Patients, Including 5 Minors

A urologist has been found guilty of sexually abusing multiple patients, including minors, leveraging his medical position for abuse.

Anesthesiologist with 'Chloroform Fetish' Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Nanny: Police

A former anesthesiologist drugged and sexually abused his family's nanny, leading to a guilty plea to serious charges.

Disgraced NYC urologist Darius Paduch sentenced to life in prison for 'perverse and pervasive' sexual abuse of male patients - including minors

Darius Paduch sentenced to life for sexually abusing male patients over a decade, including minors, at prestigious hospitals.

Urologist Who Sexually Abused Patients Is Sentenced to Life in Prison

A urologist was sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing multiple patients, including minors, using his medical profession to commit the crimes.

'Sadistic' urologist 'exploited more male patients than any predator in history'

Darius Paduch exploited male patients for decades, facing lawsuits from over 150 victims, marking one of the largest cases of its kind in history.

O.C. doctor accused of multiple sexual battery charges faces new allegations

Dr. John Hoefs is accused of sexual abuse under the pretense of medical examinations, exploiting vulnerable female patients for years.

Doctor Is Found Guilty of Sexual Abuse of Patients, Including 5 Minors

A urologist has been found guilty of sexually abusing multiple patients, including minors, leveraging his medical position for abuse.
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Kamel Daoud sued over claim he used life of wife's patient in novel

Kamel Daoud faces legal complaints for allegedly using a patient's life story in his novel, raising issues of medical confidentiality and ethical storytelling.
#breast-cancer

Scientist Injects Her Own Cancerous Tumor With Viruses She Grew in Lab

Beata Halassy successfully used experimental oncolytic virotherapy to treat her breast cancer, highlighting innovative approaches against traditional medical norms.

I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 40. The doctors asked for my family medical history but I'm donor-conceived | Sarah Dingle

Health does not guarantee protection from serious diseases like breast cancer, which may not show obvious symptoms.

Scientist Injects Her Own Cancerous Tumor With Viruses She Grew in Lab

Beata Halassy successfully used experimental oncolytic virotherapy to treat her breast cancer, highlighting innovative approaches against traditional medical norms.

I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 40. The doctors asked for my family medical history but I'm donor-conceived | Sarah Dingle

Health does not guarantee protection from serious diseases like breast cancer, which may not show obvious symptoms.
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#pediatric-care

'Remarkable' boy survived life support switch-off, judge says

A four-year-old boy expected to die has overcome medical expectations, now living at home and making progress despite significant challenges.

Boy dies after High Court rules life support stops

A one-year-old boy died after a High Court ruling to cease life-sustaining treatment, deeming it not in his best interests.

'Remarkable' boy survived life support switch-off, judge says

A four-year-old boy expected to die has overcome medical expectations, now living at home and making progress despite significant challenges.

Boy dies after High Court rules life support stops

A one-year-old boy died after a High Court ruling to cease life-sustaining treatment, deeming it not in his best interests.
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#ukraine-war

Doctor who criticised war in Ukraine sentenced to five years in Russia

Dr. Nadezhda Buyanova was sentenced to five and a half years for criticizing the Russian military amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Russia seeks 6-year jail term for medic accused of criticising Ukraine war

Dr. Nadezhda Buyanova faces six years in prison for criticizing the war in Ukraine during a private appointment, highlighting the suppression of dissent in Russia.

Doctor who criticised war in Ukraine sentenced to five years in Russia

Dr. Nadezhda Buyanova was sentenced to five and a half years for criticizing the Russian military amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Russia seeks 6-year jail term for medic accused of criticising Ukraine war

Dr. Nadezhda Buyanova faces six years in prison for criticizing the war in Ukraine during a private appointment, highlighting the suppression of dissent in Russia.
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#human-rights

Exclusive | Anti-Israel student group to host panel that reeks of 'blood libel' at SUNY Downstate: Jewish doctors

The lecture at SUNY Downstate Medical Center has sparked outrage over claims of Israeli health care 'genocide' in Gaza, accused of spreading antisemitism.

Woman repeatedly electrocuted to 'cure' sexuality calls on government to acknowledge the 'torture'

Joan Bellingham calls for government recognition of the torture inflicted during her treatment for being lesbian, highlighting human rights violations in medical practices.

Israel's Crimes Against Humanity at Sde Teiman-and the Complicity of Its Doctors

Israeli detention camp violated international law and medical ethics.

Exclusive | Anti-Israel student group to host panel that reeks of 'blood libel' at SUNY Downstate: Jewish doctors

The lecture at SUNY Downstate Medical Center has sparked outrage over claims of Israeli health care 'genocide' in Gaza, accused of spreading antisemitism.

Woman repeatedly electrocuted to 'cure' sexuality calls on government to acknowledge the 'torture'

Joan Bellingham calls for government recognition of the torture inflicted during her treatment for being lesbian, highlighting human rights violations in medical practices.

Israel's Crimes Against Humanity at Sde Teiman-and the Complicity of Its Doctors

Israeli detention camp violated international law and medical ethics.
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#florida-department-of-health

A Miami physician assistant admitted attempted rape. He's still licensed, not in prison

Julio Ramos retains his medical license despite a guilty plea for attempted rape; disciplinary action may be delayed.

The plastic surgery and prescription violations that'll cost a Miami doctor $26,000

Dr. Julio Clavijo-Alvarez is fined $26,000 but remains able to practice without suspension or probation.

A Miami physician assistant admitted attempted rape. He's still licensed, not in prison

Julio Ramos retains his medical license despite a guilty plea for attempted rape; disciplinary action may be delayed.

The plastic surgery and prescription violations that'll cost a Miami doctor $26,000

Dr. Julio Clavijo-Alvarez is fined $26,000 but remains able to practice without suspension or probation.
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Liz Parrish vs. science: The lucrative business of serving the mega-rich who seek eternal youth

Liz Parrish's journey highlights a mother's struggle for alternative treatments amidst a skeptical medical community and media distortion.

How AI startup Conflixis is protecting hospitals from corrupt doctors | TechCrunch

AI can enhance compliance in healthcare, similar to its use in financial industries, by identifying risks in doctor-vendor relationships.
#abortion

Mika Brzezinski Moved to Tears by Texas Woman's Tragic Death After Denied Miscarriage Intervention

Texas's restrictive abortion laws delayed necessary medical care, leading to the tragic death of Josseli Barnica after her miscarriage.

Georgia Woman Dies from Abortion Ban on Emergency Medical Care

Amber Nicole Thurman died due to complications from an abortion after Georgia's law made necessary treatments a felony.

Louisiana moves to make abortion pills 'controlled dangerous substances'

Louisiana is considering categorizing mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled dangerous substances, potentially penalizing possession without a prescription.

The Deaths of Two Mothers in Georgia Show That Ending Roe Was Never About "Life"

Georgia's six-week abortion ban has resulted in preventable deaths of women due to delayed medical care and fear of legal consequences.

L.A. gynecologist accused of unwanted 'religious counseling' surrenders license

Dr. Lucien Cox surrendered his gynecologist license after unprofessional conduct allegations, including inappropriate religious questioning of a patient post-abortion.

Mika Brzezinski Moved to Tears by Texas Woman's Tragic Death After Denied Miscarriage Intervention

Texas's restrictive abortion laws delayed necessary medical care, leading to the tragic death of Josseli Barnica after her miscarriage.

Georgia Woman Dies from Abortion Ban on Emergency Medical Care

Amber Nicole Thurman died due to complications from an abortion after Georgia's law made necessary treatments a felony.

Louisiana moves to make abortion pills 'controlled dangerous substances'

Louisiana is considering categorizing mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled dangerous substances, potentially penalizing possession without a prescription.

The Deaths of Two Mothers in Georgia Show That Ending Roe Was Never About "Life"

Georgia's six-week abortion ban has resulted in preventable deaths of women due to delayed medical care and fear of legal consequences.

L.A. gynecologist accused of unwanted 'religious counseling' surrenders license

Dr. Lucien Cox surrendered his gynecologist license after unprofessional conduct allegations, including inappropriate religious questioning of a patient post-abortion.
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#healthcare

A Woman's Family Reported Her Missing. Her Body Was in Hospital Storage, Lawsuit Says.

Jessie Peterson's family was unaware of her death for nearly a year due to hospital miscommunication.

MPs who are also medics urge colleagues to support assisted dying bill

Cross-party MPs advocate for an assisted dying bill, believing it gives terminally ill patients genuine choice while addressing concerns about the health service's readiness.

Doctors urging conference boycotts over abortion bans face uphill battle

Healthcare professionals are actively boycotting and relocating conferences due to restrictive abortion laws, advocating for women's reproductive rights.

Health Minister in push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-olds as part of Budget 2025

The minister is advocating for free contraception for 16-year-olds, despite resistance over legal and ethical concerns.

Letby nicknamed nurse death' by junior doctors, inquiry hears

Lucy Letby's case illustrates critical failures in hospital protocol and the oversight in dealing with medical staff concerns.

Nursing boss tells Letby inquiry she pleaded' with hospital to contact police

A hospital nursing leader called for police intervention regarding Lucy Letby due to deepening concerns about infant harm and stalled internal reviews.

A Woman's Family Reported Her Missing. Her Body Was in Hospital Storage, Lawsuit Says.

Jessie Peterson's family was unaware of her death for nearly a year due to hospital miscommunication.

MPs who are also medics urge colleagues to support assisted dying bill

Cross-party MPs advocate for an assisted dying bill, believing it gives terminally ill patients genuine choice while addressing concerns about the health service's readiness.

Doctors urging conference boycotts over abortion bans face uphill battle

Healthcare professionals are actively boycotting and relocating conferences due to restrictive abortion laws, advocating for women's reproductive rights.

Health Minister in push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-olds as part of Budget 2025

The minister is advocating for free contraception for 16-year-olds, despite resistance over legal and ethical concerns.

Letby nicknamed nurse death' by junior doctors, inquiry hears

Lucy Letby's case illustrates critical failures in hospital protocol and the oversight in dealing with medical staff concerns.

Nursing boss tells Letby inquiry she pleaded' with hospital to contact police

A hospital nursing leader called for police intervention regarding Lucy Letby due to deepening concerns about infant harm and stalled internal reviews.
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#abortion-laws

A Texas woman died after the hospital said it would be a "crime" to intervene in her miscarriage

Strict Texas abortion laws can delay necessary medical treatment for miscarriages, resulting in tragic outcomes for mothers.

What Abortion Bans Do to Doctors

Draconian laws in various states are compromising physicians' ability to provide essential medical care, jeopardizing patient health and safety.

A Texas woman died after the hospital said it would be a "crime" to intervene in her miscarriage

Strict Texas abortion laws can delay necessary medical treatment for miscarriages, resulting in tragic outcomes for mothers.

What Abortion Bans Do to Doctors

Draconian laws in various states are compromising physicians' ability to provide essential medical care, jeopardizing patient health and safety.
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#patient-safety

15 female patients allege doctor at California clinic sexually assaulted them

Dr. John C. Hoefs is accused of sexual battery against 15 women, highlighting negligence in oversight by medical institutions.
The lawsuit references historical abuse claims that span nearly two decades, revealing systemic issues in patient safety.

Man charged with sexually assaulting MGH doctor during exam

A Boston man was charged with multiple sexual offenses after allegedly assaulting a doctor during an examination at Mass General Hospital.

West London doctor who performed wrong surgery on patients and tried to cover it up is struck off

Dr. Claudia Martinez Higueros was struck off the medical register for performing wrong surgeries, covering up mistakes by blaming colleagues, altering records, and putting her interests above patient safety.

Doctor used rusty medical tool and little pain relief to carry out circumcisions

A former doctor faces trial for performing unsafe circumcisions on children using unsterilized instruments, prioritizing profit over patient safety.

St Helier Hospital A&E doctor suspended over incorrect prescriptions to patients

Dr. Atila Morlocan's misdiagnosis has led to higher standards in training and prescription practices at St Helier Hospital.

Former GP suspended after he 'allowed unqualified doctor to work at medical centre'

Dr. Nadarajah Niranjan has been suspended for 12 months for failing to comply with necessary performance assessments amid serious patient safety concerns.

15 female patients allege doctor at California clinic sexually assaulted them

Dr. John C. Hoefs is accused of sexual battery against 15 women, highlighting negligence in oversight by medical institutions.
The lawsuit references historical abuse claims that span nearly two decades, revealing systemic issues in patient safety.

Man charged with sexually assaulting MGH doctor during exam

A Boston man was charged with multiple sexual offenses after allegedly assaulting a doctor during an examination at Mass General Hospital.

West London doctor who performed wrong surgery on patients and tried to cover it up is struck off

Dr. Claudia Martinez Higueros was struck off the medical register for performing wrong surgeries, covering up mistakes by blaming colleagues, altering records, and putting her interests above patient safety.

Doctor used rusty medical tool and little pain relief to carry out circumcisions

A former doctor faces trial for performing unsafe circumcisions on children using unsterilized instruments, prioritizing profit over patient safety.

St Helier Hospital A&E doctor suspended over incorrect prescriptions to patients

Dr. Atila Morlocan's misdiagnosis has led to higher standards in training and prescription practices at St Helier Hospital.

Former GP suspended after he 'allowed unqualified doctor to work at medical centre'

Dr. Nadarajah Niranjan has been suspended for 12 months for failing to comply with necessary performance assessments amid serious patient safety concerns.
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#public-health

Medical Sleuthing Identified the Dangers of Thalidomide

Thalidomide's association with severe birth defects highlighted the need for stringent drug safety regulations after the public revelations by pediatrician Widukind Lenz.

HIV infection in six transplant patients in Brazil points to nepotism and greed of a laboratory

A Brazilian woman unknowingly received a kidney from an HIV-positive donor, revealing serious flaws in organ donation practices.

Medical Sleuthing Identified the Dangers of Thalidomide

Thalidomide's association with severe birth defects highlighted the need for stringent drug safety regulations after the public revelations by pediatrician Widukind Lenz.

HIV infection in six transplant patients in Brazil points to nepotism and greed of a laboratory

A Brazilian woman unknowingly received a kidney from an HIV-positive donor, revealing serious flaws in organ donation practices.
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#organ-donation

Horrifying' mistake to harvest organs from a living person averted, witnesses say

A donor, declared dead, showed alarming signs of life during organ retrieval, raising ethical concerns about donor protections in the organ donation process.

Doctors Realize at Last Moment They Were Harvesting Organs From Living Patient

Organ procurement protocols are under scrutiny after a man mistakenly declared dead showed signs of life prior to organ harvesting.

Kentucky man declared brain dead wakes up during organ harvesting

A man awakened during an organ harvesting procedure, raising concerns about the safeguards in the organ donation system.

Although she was dead, I felt as if she was my friend': what it's like to perform the last rites for an organ donor

The American Society of Anesthesiologists classification system includes a category for brain-dead donors, leading to a new perspective on patient care and risk assessment.

Horrifying' mistake to harvest organs from a living person averted, witnesses say

A donor, declared dead, showed alarming signs of life during organ retrieval, raising ethical concerns about donor protections in the organ donation process.

Doctors Realize at Last Moment They Were Harvesting Organs From Living Patient

Organ procurement protocols are under scrutiny after a man mistakenly declared dead showed signs of life prior to organ harvesting.

Kentucky man declared brain dead wakes up during organ harvesting

A man awakened during an organ harvesting procedure, raising concerns about the safeguards in the organ donation system.

Although she was dead, I felt as if she was my friend': what it's like to perform the last rites for an organ donor

The American Society of Anesthesiologists classification system includes a category for brain-dead donors, leading to a new perspective on patient care and risk assessment.
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#texas-law

Kate Cox, Texas woman denied an abortion, announces she's pregnant again

Kate Cox publicly announced her pregnancy while highlighting the challenges faced due to strict abortion laws in Texas.

Texas sues doctor for providing gender-affirming care in first of its kind lawsuit - LGBTQ Nation

Texas AG Ken Paxton's historic lawsuit targets a doctor for providing gender-affirming care to minors, challenging established medical practices and ethics.

Kate Cox, Texas woman denied an abortion, announces she's pregnant again

Kate Cox publicly announced her pregnancy while highlighting the challenges faced due to strict abortion laws in Texas.

Texas sues doctor for providing gender-affirming care in first of its kind lawsuit - LGBTQ Nation

Texas AG Ken Paxton's historic lawsuit targets a doctor for providing gender-affirming care to minors, challenging established medical practices and ethics.
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#criminal-justice

After Clemency Denial, Execution Moves Ahead in Shaken Baby Case

Robert Roberson's execution raises critical questions regarding the validity of shaken baby syndrome in his conviction and its implications in the justice system.

The Indo Daily: Lucy Letby: Why some experts are now questioning her guilt

Calls for reconsideration of Lucy Letby's conviction are growing, highlighting doubts among experts and legal figures about the evidence presented against her.

After Clemency Denial, Execution Moves Ahead in Shaken Baby Case

Robert Roberson's execution raises critical questions regarding the validity of shaken baby syndrome in his conviction and its implications in the justice system.

The Indo Daily: Lucy Letby: Why some experts are now questioning her guilt

Calls for reconsideration of Lucy Letby's conviction are growing, highlighting doubts among experts and legal figures about the evidence presented against her.
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Lucy Letby initially failed her student nurse placement after lack of empathy'

Lucy Letby, convicted of infant murders, initially failed her nursing placement due to a lack of empathy and interpersonal skills.

The Doctor Behind the 'Suicide Pod' Wants AI to Assist at the End of Life

The Sarco pod represents a controversial shift in the assisted suicide debate, challenging traditional medical involvement.
Nitschke's invention promotes the idea of personal autonomy in end-of-life choices, outside medical oversight.

Eight Great Reads

Narratives about America pre-Columbus are evolving due to new research that challenges traditional views.

The Texan Doctor and the Disappeared Saudi Princesses

The royal family's daughters were drugged and imprisoned, revealing a grim reality behind their father's claims of women's rights.

GP jailed for indecent assaults against female patients during examinations

Dr. Stephen Cox was sentenced to 22 years for multiple indecent assaults against female patients, exploiting his medical authority.

Doctor admits three counts of professional misconduct over contacting patient to obtain illegal anabolic steroids

Dr. Mohd Khallis Abdul Hamid violated patient confidentiality and engaged in illegal drug procurement, leading to a Medical Council inquiry.

Doctor denies carrying out sexual health tests on women for Mohamed al-Fayed

Dr. Ann Coxon denies performing sexual health tests on Harrods staff for Mohamed al-Fayed amid serious allegations of sexual abuses against multiple women.

Fayed accusers to complain about doctor after tests

Intrusive medical tests at Harrods prompt complaints to regulators from women alleging abuse, emphasizing violations of confidentiality and professional conduct.
#end-of-life-care

'It has made me a better person,' says Canadian medic who helps people end their lives

Dr. Stefanie Green highlights the emotional similarities between maternity care and assisted dying in her upcoming Dublin conference talk.

What to Know About Getting a DNR Order

Do not resuscitate orders may not always be respected, leading to unintended resuscitation against patient wishes.

Doctors Saved Her Life. She Didn't Want Them To.

Marie Cooper's life reflected her deep religious beliefs which influenced her end-of-life decisions, yet her wishes were disregarded by the medical staff.

Do dying people have a 'right to try' magic mushrooms? 9th Circuit weighs case

Patients' access to experimental therapies like psilocybin for end-of-life care is challenged by DEA restrictions despite state 'right to try' laws.

'It has made me a better person,' says Canadian medic who helps people end their lives

Dr. Stefanie Green highlights the emotional similarities between maternity care and assisted dying in her upcoming Dublin conference talk.

What to Know About Getting a DNR Order

Do not resuscitate orders may not always be respected, leading to unintended resuscitation against patient wishes.

Doctors Saved Her Life. She Didn't Want Them To.

Marie Cooper's life reflected her deep religious beliefs which influenced her end-of-life decisions, yet her wishes were disregarded by the medical staff.

Do dying people have a 'right to try' magic mushrooms? 9th Circuit weighs case

Patients' access to experimental therapies like psilocybin for end-of-life care is challenged by DEA restrictions despite state 'right to try' laws.
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Canadian Doctors Group Apologizes for Health Harms to Indigenous People

Indigenous peoples in Canada experience significant health disparities due to historical and ongoing mistreatment by the medical system.

Nurse struck off for 'hiding' during emergencies and not giving terminal cancer patient pain relief

A nurse was struck off for negligence, including refusing pain relief to a terminally ill patient and hiding during emergencies.
#lawsuit

Couples allege fertility clinic knowingly implanted dead or damaged embryos in Texas

Aspire Houston Fertility Institute faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly implanting damaged embryos due to lab issues, impacting couples' fertility treatments.

NYC doc that boasts over 70K Instagram followers claims boss hit on her at 'sexy lingerie' party: suit

Dr. Randa Jaafar claims gender discrimination and harassment in a lawsuit against her boss, citing derogatory remarks and sexual propositions.

Couples allege fertility clinic knowingly implanted dead or damaged embryos in Texas

Aspire Houston Fertility Institute faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly implanting damaged embryos due to lab issues, impacting couples' fertility treatments.

NYC doc that boasts over 70K Instagram followers claims boss hit on her at 'sexy lingerie' party: suit

Dr. Randa Jaafar claims gender discrimination and harassment in a lawsuit against her boss, citing derogatory remarks and sexual propositions.
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Peadar Toibin criticises Health Minister's push to make contraceptives free for 16-year-old girls as 'virtue signalling'

The proposal for free contraception for 16-year-old girls faces ethical resistance despite the minister advocating for access, citing medical independence at that age.

Kingston doctor claims fraudulent 45k for 'work' during Covid

Dr Kifayat Ullah was convicted for submitting false timesheets, leading to substantial overpayments and a suspended prison sentence.

Kolkata rape case: Ex-head of India college held over evidence tampering'

Dr. Sandip Ghosh was arrested for tampering with evidence in a high-profile rape and murder case, highlighting systemic failures in the justice system.
#alzheimers-disease

Europe sidelines Alzheimer's drug: lessons must be learnt

The EMA's cautious approach may deny patients access to effective Alzheimer's treatment, contrasting with global acceptances of lecanemab.

Controversial scientist says he'll use gene editing to end HIV & Alzheimer's

Controversial Chinese scientist He Jiankui faces consequences for gene-editing experiments on twins.
Despite criticism, He now aims to use 'base editing' to prevent Alzheimer's disease, setting the stage for potential breakthroughs in curing other diseases.

Europe sidelines Alzheimer's drug: lessons must be learnt

The EMA's cautious approach may deny patients access to effective Alzheimer's treatment, contrasting with global acceptances of lecanemab.

Controversial scientist says he'll use gene editing to end HIV & Alzheimer's

Controversial Chinese scientist He Jiankui faces consequences for gene-editing experiments on twins.
Despite criticism, He now aims to use 'base editing' to prevent Alzheimer's disease, setting the stage for potential breakthroughs in curing other diseases.
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Queen's Hospital doctor who 'grabbed colleague's buttocks' allowed back to work

Dr. Singh was suspended for serious misconduct after an incident involving a female colleague, but later deemed fit to practice again despite the trauma caused.

BMA stance on Cass review of transgender care has damaged its reputation'

The BMA's rejection of the Cass review threatens the integrity and reputation of UK doctors, causing division within the medical community.

Undemocratic and secretive: the BMA no longer speaks for doctors trying to protect children | Jacky Davis

BMA members were outraged by the council's rejection of the Cass review, leading to resignations and calls for accountability.

Zombie Therapies and Homosexuality

Conversion therapy, despite bans and widespread condemnation, continues to exist in the U.S. under different names and misleading practices.
#legal-battle

Family, hospital in court battle over whether to keep woman declared brain dead alive

The legal battle centers on the determination of brain death and the continuation of life support for Amber Ebanks.

Supreme Court: Idaho can enforce ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth

The Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth, pending lawsuits, impacting medical professionals and individuals

Family, hospital in court battle over whether to keep woman declared brain dead alive

The legal battle centers on the determination of brain death and the continuation of life support for Amber Ebanks.

Supreme Court: Idaho can enforce ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth

The Supreme Court allows Idaho to enforce ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth, pending lawsuits, impacting medical professionals and individuals
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#informed-consent

The Nuremberg Code isn't just for prosecuting Nazis its principles have shaped medical ethics to this day

The Nuremberg trials established key principles for ethical medical research, notably emphasizing informed consent as essential.

Remembering the Great Digital Book Burning Event of 2018: Snuffing Out Natural Medicine Globally

Google's core algorithm update, the 'Medic Update,' significantly impacted natural health websites, limiting access to alternative health information worldwide.

The Nuremberg Code isn't just for prosecuting Nazis its principles have shaped medical ethics to this day

The Nuremberg trials established key principles for ethical medical research, notably emphasizing informed consent as essential.

Remembering the Great Digital Book Burning Event of 2018: Snuffing Out Natural Medicine Globally

Google's core algorithm update, the 'Medic Update,' significantly impacted natural health websites, limiting access to alternative health information worldwide.
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#matthew-perry

California doctor makes plea agreement in connection with actor Matthew Perry's death

Two doctors exploited Matthew Perry's addiction, providing dangerous doses of ketamine, which led to his death.

Opinion | Matthew Perry and the People Who Prey on Addicts

Addiction creates a complex environment where dealers and even seemingly well-meaning individuals can end up causing significant harm.

Doctor accused of supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry to return to practice

Dr. Plasencia plans to return to medical practice despite being accused of illegally supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry before his death.

Even before Matthew Perry's death, experts worried about 'Wild West' of ketamine treatment

The case of Matthew Perry's death reveals serious issues with ketamine prescribing practices and highlights the potential for drug misuse.

What to know about the 5 people charged in Matthew Perry's death

Five individuals, including doctors and an assistant, were charged in connection with Matthew Perry's overdose death from ketamine.

Bill Maher Reflected on Matthew Perry's Death on "Real Time"

Matthew Perry's death sparked Bill Maher's critique of the medical system's failures in treating addiction and the prevalence of prescriptive drug abuse.

California doctor makes plea agreement in connection with actor Matthew Perry's death

Two doctors exploited Matthew Perry's addiction, providing dangerous doses of ketamine, which led to his death.

Opinion | Matthew Perry and the People Who Prey on Addicts

Addiction creates a complex environment where dealers and even seemingly well-meaning individuals can end up causing significant harm.

Doctor accused of supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry to return to practice

Dr. Plasencia plans to return to medical practice despite being accused of illegally supplying ketamine to Matthew Perry before his death.

Even before Matthew Perry's death, experts worried about 'Wild West' of ketamine treatment

The case of Matthew Perry's death reveals serious issues with ketamine prescribing practices and highlights the potential for drug misuse.

What to know about the 5 people charged in Matthew Perry's death

Five individuals, including doctors and an assistant, were charged in connection with Matthew Perry's overdose death from ketamine.

Bill Maher Reflected on Matthew Perry's Death on "Real Time"

Matthew Perry's death sparked Bill Maher's critique of the medical system's failures in treating addiction and the prevalence of prescriptive drug abuse.
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#public-inquiry

Inquiry Into Killer Nurse' Won't Weigh Key Question: Is She Innocent?

The inquiry into Lucy Letby's case is criticized for not considering potential wrongful conviction and alternative causes of infant deaths.

Lucy Letby inquiry should be postponed or changed, experts say

Concerns from medical and statistical experts prompt calls for changes to the public inquiry into Lucy Letby to ensure lessons are learned.

Inquiry Into Killer Nurse' Won't Weigh Key Question: Is She Innocent?

The inquiry into Lucy Letby's case is criticized for not considering potential wrongful conviction and alternative causes of infant deaths.

Lucy Letby inquiry should be postponed or changed, experts say

Concerns from medical and statistical experts prompt calls for changes to the public inquiry into Lucy Letby to ensure lessons are learned.
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It's sometimes right to disobey laws': Doctor struck off for Insulate Britain protests speaks out

A retired GP was suspended for participating in climate protests, raising debates about medical ethics and professional integrity in activism.

Que tan utiles son los bancos de sangre de cordon umbilical?

Parents should be cautious of private cord blood banks' claims as they may deceive about the effectiveness of storing cord blood for future use.

Louisiana Legislature approves bill classifying abortion pills as controlled dangerous substances

Abortion-inducing drugs may be reclassified as controlled substances in Louisiana, possibly affecting access and enforcement.

A UCLA doctor is on a quest to free modern medicine from a Nazi-tainted anatomy book

Shivkumar aims to create a new anatomical atlas surpassing the tainted Nazi-produced version, sparking a quest for an untainted resource.

Attorney general sues Heartbeat International for promoting unsafe 'abortion pill reversal' treatment

New York's Attorney General is taking legal action against anti-abortion group and affiliated centers for promoting unproven 'Abortion Pill Reversal.'

An FDA Overreaction to Theranos's Implosion Would Harm Patients

FDA proposing a new rule requiring approval for lab-developed tests to prevent fraudulent health tech debacles like Theranos.

The supreme court heard one of the most sadistic, extreme anti-abortion cases yet | Moira Donegan

Idaho's extreme abortion ban, prohibiting all abortions with no exceptions for rape or incest, has forced pregnant women to seek life-saving care out of state.

Supreme Court Appears Divided on Emergency Abortions In Idaho v. United States

The Idaho v. United States case centers around a conflict between the state's anti-choice law and the federal Emergency Treatment And Labor Act (EMTALA).

The Supreme Court will decide the fate of emergency abortions. Here is what's at stake

Hospitals face legal conflicts in states with abortion restrictions, caught between federal and state laws during medical emergencies.
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