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'It should be my choice not to suffer'

A mother with terminal cancer advocates for urgent reforms in assisted dying laws to allow patients control over their end-of-life decisions.

Assisted dying bill: What is it and what's in proposed law?

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill seeks to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill adults under stringent conditions.

The assisted dying bill: what it means for patients in England and Wales

The proposed assisted dying bill for terminally ill adults ensures strict eligibility and safeguards against coercion.

'It should be my choice not to suffer'

A mother with terminal cancer advocates for urgent reforms in assisted dying laws to allow patients control over their end-of-life decisions.

Assisted dying bill: What is it and what's in proposed law?

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill seeks to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill adults under stringent conditions.

The assisted dying bill: what it means for patients in England and Wales

The proposed assisted dying bill for terminally ill adults ensures strict eligibility and safeguards against coercion.
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The Guardian view on fixing the Mental Health Act: an overdue return to dignity | Editorial

The 1983 Mental Health Act needs reform to protect patients' rights against coercive powers.
#california

California hospital lost woman's body, told family she left, lawsuit says

A California hospital misplaced a woman's body for a year, failing to notify her family of her death, raising serious ethical concerns.

Eureka hospital agrees to provide emergency abortions following lawsuit by state

Providence St. Joseph Hospital will now provide emergency abortion services following a lawsuit alleging it denied care during a life-threatening situation.

California hospital lost woman's body, told family she left, lawsuit says

A California hospital misplaced a woman's body for a year, failing to notify her family of her death, raising serious ethical concerns.

Eureka hospital agrees to provide emergency abortions following lawsuit by state

Providence St. Joseph Hospital will now provide emergency abortion services following a lawsuit alleging it denied care during a life-threatening situation.
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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.

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.

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.

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.
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#healthcare-ethics

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule

Blanket 'do-not-resuscitate' orders during the pandemic were improperly applied based on age or disability without individual assessments, raising serious ethical concerns.

Hospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, H.H.S. Says

Written informed consent now mandatory for sensitive examinations under anesthesia.
Hospitals must set clear guidelines to ensure providers and trainees obtain and document informed consent.

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule

Blanket 'do-not-resuscitate' orders during the pandemic were improperly applied based on age or disability without individual assessments, raising serious ethical concerns.

Hospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, H.H.S. Says

Written informed consent now mandatory for sensitive examinations under anesthesia.
Hospitals must set clear guidelines to ensure providers and trainees obtain and document informed consent.
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Hospital system apologizes after Sikh man's beard shaved without consent in Brampton | CBC News

Leaders of Ontario health system apologized for shaving a Sikh man's beard without consent, violating his religious beliefs.
#mental-health

I Was Sexually Assaulted in a Psych Ward

Many patients feel unprepared for the traumatic experiences during psychiatric care, including feelings of embarrassment and confusion after sedation and restraint.

How a Leading Chain of Psychiatric Hospitals Traps Patients

Acadia Healthcare's significant revenue growth is shadowed by serious allegations of unlawful patient detentions amid a national mental health crisis.

Autistic man had arm broken at troubling' south east London care unit

Jamie Newcombe's care at Bostall House included severe mistreatment and overmedication, leading to long-term psychological trauma.

I Was Sexually Assaulted in a Psych Ward

Many patients feel unprepared for the traumatic experiences during psychiatric care, including feelings of embarrassment and confusion after sedation and restraint.

How a Leading Chain of Psychiatric Hospitals Traps Patients

Acadia Healthcare's significant revenue growth is shadowed by serious allegations of unlawful patient detentions amid a national mental health crisis.

Autistic man had arm broken at troubling' south east London care unit

Jamie Newcombe's care at Bostall House included severe mistreatment and overmedication, leading to long-term psychological trauma.
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#healthcare

'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.

From the archive: Death on demand: has euthanasia gone too far? podcast

The global trend towards euthanasia raises concerns about ethical implications and potential consequences for vulnerable populations.

Man (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears

Critical delays in care and misdiagnosis contributed to Pat Murphy's death at Cork University Hospital.

Controversial law designed to free up hospital beds to be tested in Ontario court | CBC News

Ontario's Bill 7 is under legal scrutiny for potentially violating patients' rights by allowing forced placements in long-term care homes without consent.

Brampton hospital to review shaving of elderly Sikh patient after complaint | CBC News

A hospital in Ontario is reviewing an incident involving the unauthorized shaving of a Sikh patient, highlighting concerns around patient consent and religious rights.

Ed Davey calls for criminal investigation into Princess Kate medical records breach

Liberal Democrat leader calls for criminal investigation into medical records breach at London Clinic where Princess of Wales stayed.
Sir Ed Davey emphasizes the importance of full investigation and legal consequences for those breaching medical records.

'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.

From the archive: Death on demand: has euthanasia gone too far? podcast

The global trend towards euthanasia raises concerns about ethical implications and potential consequences for vulnerable populations.

Man (34) died in agony at Cork University Hospital after waiting nine hours to see doctor, inquest hears

Critical delays in care and misdiagnosis contributed to Pat Murphy's death at Cork University Hospital.

Controversial law designed to free up hospital beds to be tested in Ontario court | CBC News

Ontario's Bill 7 is under legal scrutiny for potentially violating patients' rights by allowing forced placements in long-term care homes without consent.

Brampton hospital to review shaving of elderly Sikh patient after complaint | CBC News

A hospital in Ontario is reviewing an incident involving the unauthorized shaving of a Sikh patient, highlighting concerns around patient consent and religious rights.

Ed Davey calls for criminal investigation into Princess Kate medical records breach

Liberal Democrat leader calls for criminal investigation into medical records breach at London Clinic where Princess of Wales stayed.
Sir Ed Davey emphasizes the importance of full investigation and legal consequences for those breaching medical records.
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At Catholic hospitals, a mission of charity runs up against high care costs for patients

Patients can face unexpected and high medical bills even with insurance, as seen in Jessica Staten's experience with PeaceHealth.

The Indo Daily: Trans woman allegedly denied urgent treatment at Dublin hospital

Paige Behan highlights systemic failures in providing adequate healthcare for transgender individuals in Ireland, particularly after life-saving surgeries.
#medical-ethics

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.

What to Know About Getting a DNR Order

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

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.

What to Know About Getting a DNR Order

Do not resuscitate orders may not always be respected, leading to unintended resuscitation against patient wishes.
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California Fines Blue Shield for Illegally Charging Patients for Contraceptives | KQED

Blue Shield of California faced scrutiny after a member was unfairly billed for IUD removal, leading to a broader investigation revealing systemic issues.

Infected blood authority can now pay patients

The Infected Blood Compensation Authority is set to begin making payments to victims of the infected blood scandal by 2025.

Atlanta Hospital Lost Part of Man's Skull, a Lawsuit Says

Negligence lawsuit filed against Emory Healthcare for losing a piece of skull during surgery, leading to severe medical complications and emotional distress.

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

Monash IVF settled for $56 million with over 700 patients over mishandled embryo screenings, highlighting critical patient rights and IVF provider responsibilities.

A Georgia hospital lost part of a man's skull, his lawsuit says

The Clusters are suing Emory University Hospital for negligence due to improper handling and labeling of a skull fragment, leading to extensive suffering and costs.

The Psychic Wounds of Being a Whistleblower

The book 'The Occasional Human Sacrifice' focuses on medical-research scandals and the struggles of those who uncover them.

A Crisis Pregnancy Center Is Accusing a Former Patient of Domestic Terrorism. She's Fighting Back.

Crisis pregnancy center faces legal action for allegedly misleading and mistreating a woman seeking abortion

Letters: Name change

Port of Oakland wasting money on airport name change.
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