Owner of five hospitals in South Florida files for bankruptcy. Will it affect you?
Steward Health Care, the largest physician-owned healthcare network in the U.S., filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, ensuring patient care continues. [ more ]
New team confirmed to tackle UHL trolley crisis - with four weeks to devise plan
A team led by Dr. Fergal Hickey and senior HSE officials will work to alleviate trolley gridlock in Limerick following a tragic incident of a teenager's death due to waiting hours in the emergency department. [ more ]
Elderly patients waiting more than 24 hours among 123 people on trolleys in UHL as it grapples with overcrowding
HSE reports patients waiting in dire conditions for hospital beds, still aiming to improve staff numbers and facilities for better care.
The hospital has faced criticism following a patient's death after a long wait in the emergency department, leading to reforms and investigations. [ more ]
Aoife Johnston (16) 'most likely' would have survived if 15 hour-delay had not occurred at UHL, inquest hears
Dr. Stapleton emphasized the treatability of Type B meningococcal infection with targeted antibiotics, highlighting the importance of timely intervention for survival. [ more ]
Family calls for Essex mental health inquiry to include mother's death
The public inquiry into mental health patient deaths in Essex does not investigate cases like Andrea Waddington's, highlighting limitations in the system. [ more ]
AI-Related Technology Expected to See a Massive CAGR of 43%
AI in healthcare is projected to grow at a CAGR of 43.52% from 2024 to 2032, promising enhanced efficiency and patient outcomes.
AI leverages algorithms for tasks like analyzing medical images, predicting risks, and transforming clinical notes, improving diagnostic accuracy and patient care. [ more ]
A Chicago Children's Hospital Has Taken Its Networks Offline After a Digital Attack
Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago has experienced a digital attack, forcing them to take their networks offline.
The hospital has not disclosed the specific details of the attack but has stated that they are taking it seriously and working with law enforcement and cybersecurity experts. [ more ]
What patients and students should know about new FIU-Baptist Health teaching hospital
Florida International University (FIU) and Baptist Health South Florida have formed a partnership to establish a new teaching hospital and medical center.
The partnership aims to improve patient care, increase research opportunities, and expand the healthcare workforce in South Florida. [ more ]
'It's calmer than A&E' New Queen's Hospital unit aiming to ease pressure
A new surgical assessment unit at Queen's Hospital in Romford aims to reduce the burden on A&E by fast tracking patients who need surgical intervention.
The unit has treated over 80 patients in less than two weeks and is helping to reduce the volume of patients in A&E, lessen delays for patients needing surgery, and avoid unnecessary hospital stays. [ more ]