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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Don't push people with disabilities like me to give up their lives by legalizing doctor-assisted suicide

The Medical Aid in Dying Act in New York could undermine the fundamental principle of doctors' duty to save lives, especially for disabled individuals.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Don't push people with disabilities like me to give up their lives by legalizing doctor-assisted suicide

The Medical Aid in Dying Act in New York could undermine the fundamental principle of doctors' duty to save lives, especially for disabled individuals.
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#healthcare
Healthcare
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Way Hospitals Care for Incarcerated Patients Must Change

Healthcare for incarcerated patients raises urgent ethical concerns as prisons age and health needs grow.
Non-profit organizations
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago

More than 400 nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care

Nonprofit hospitals in the U.S. often bill low-income patients despite being required to provide charity care.
Many Americans face crippling medical bills even with supposed charity care provisions.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
NYC parents

'Left with scars for life' - Mother sent 30 emails to Children's Health Ireland about child's hip surgery without reply, Dail hears

fromFox News
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

Times Square billboard pops up rallying around 'historic' Trump accomplishment during first 100 days

Healthcare
fromtime.com
3 months ago

The Way Hospitals Care for Incarcerated Patients Must Change

Healthcare for incarcerated patients raises urgent ethical concerns as prisons age and health needs grow.
Non-profit organizations
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago

More than 400 nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care

Nonprofit hospitals in the U.S. often bill low-income patients despite being required to provide charity care.
Many Americans face crippling medical bills even with supposed charity care provisions.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
NYC parents

'Left with scars for life' - Mother sent 30 emails to Children's Health Ireland about child's hip surgery without reply, Dail hears

fromFox News
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

Times Square billboard pops up rallying around 'historic' Trump accomplishment during first 100 days

more#healthcare
#california
Healthcare
fromKqed
2 months ago

Health Workers Are Rushing to Learn About Immigration Law in Case of ICE Raids | KQED

Health care centers must be prepared to handle immigration enforcement through warrant verification.
Healthcare
fromKqed
2 months ago

Health Workers Are Rushing to Learn About Immigration Law in Case of ICE Raids | KQED

Health care centers must be prepared to handle immigration enforcement through warrant verification.
more#california
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Real-life Ratchet NJ nurse pepper-sprayed 87-yr-old dementia patient: cops

Officers rolled up to the home, and Erikson explained she had to use pepper spray on the dementia patient...to de-escalate the situation.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

National Healthcare Decisions Day: Commonly Asked Questions

A recent study showed that people guessed 1 out of 3 end-of-life decisions incorrectly for their loved ones.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Before You Sue: Options for Resolving Therapist Disputes

The relationship between mental health professionals (MHPs) and their clients hinges on trust, where clients depend on MHPs to uphold ethical standards and care practices.
Mental health
#medical-malpractice
Medicine
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Surgery at a UC hospital went shockingly wrong, leading to leg amputation, lawsuit says

Medical neglect can lead to devastating outcomes, as seen in a nurse's husband's amputation after hospital staff ignored treatment requests.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Patients of Toronto gynecologist linked to infection risk say they flagged negative experiences years earlier | CBC News

A Toronto gynecologist faced complaints about inadequate hygiene and patient treatment, highlighting systemic issues in response handling.
Medicine
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Surgery at a UC hospital went shockingly wrong, leading to leg amputation, lawsuit says

Medical neglect can lead to devastating outcomes, as seen in a nurse's husband's amputation after hospital staff ignored treatment requests.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Patients of Toronto gynecologist linked to infection risk say they flagged negative experiences years earlier | CBC News

A Toronto gynecologist faced complaints about inadequate hygiene and patient treatment, highlighting systemic issues in response handling.
more#medical-malpractice
#long-term-care
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Healthcare

Ontario court's dismissal of Charter challenge to long-term care law won't be appealed | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Toronto

Longing to hug his mom, Ontario man who hasn't see her for over a year due to trespass order pushes back | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Healthcare

Ontario court's dismissal of Charter challenge to long-term care law won't be appealed | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
5 months ago
Toronto

Longing to hug his mom, Ontario man who hasn't see her for over a year due to trespass order pushes back | CBC News

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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Sydenham pensioner threatens hospital with legal action for 'losing Primark trousers'

"I had them over a year and a half, and they were the only grey trousers I own. I am struggling, I have cancer and heart problems, and I live on my own."
UK news
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Woman secretly filmed her mum being abused in care home

A daughter secretly filmed her mother's mistreatment in a Fife care home, leading to staff dismissals and upheld complaints after concerns were ignored.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Health care workers are rushing to learn about immigration law in case of ICE raids

Immigrant patients fear attending health appointments due to deportation threats following changes in immigration policy under the Trump administration.
#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.
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.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Brooklyn Doctor Gets Up to Six Years for Sex Abuse, Illegal Records Access

A Brooklyn doctor was sentenced to up to six years for sexually abusing a patient and illegally accessing her medical records.
more#sexual-abuse
Medicine
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Opinion: Reaction to killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO is a call for reform

The killing of Brian Thompson highlights ongoing issues with health coverage denials in America, emphasizing a need for legal recourse for patients.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Monash IVF reaches $56m no admission of liability' settlement with 700 former patients after destroying potentially viable embryos

Monash IVF has agreed to a $56 million settlement in a class action involving over 700 former patients whose embryos were mishandled during genetic screenings. Allegations included inaccurate tests leading to the loss of viable pregnancies, and fraudulent activities surrounding clinical trial documentation. This settlement, while confirming the mishap, does not come with any admission of liability from Monash IVF. The firm opted for a resolution through mediation to prioritize patient interests over a lengthy trial process.
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