Essex mental health inquiry will reveal hundreds more deaths, chair says
The Essex mental health services inquiry will reveal far more than the previously estimated 2,000 deaths, exposing significant systemic failures.
Psychedelics Have a Shaky-Science Problem
Vulnerable patients deserve stronger evidence before using powerful hallucinogens despite the hype surrounding their therapeutic potential.
Man found slumped dead at hospital coffee shop
An investigation follows the discovery of a man dead in a hospital coffee shop for several hours, highlighting patient monitoring concerns.
Marilyn Cote's patients: When I refused to take her medication, she told me I was stupid and that I was going to take my own life'
Marilyn Cote misled patients by posing as a psychiatrist and prescribing dangerous medications, resulting in severe consequences for vulnerable individuals seeking treatment.
The Effectiveness of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
ECT is the most effective treatment for severe depression, with improved methods to lessen memory impact.
Psychotic depression can lead to extreme self-harm thoughts; urgent intervention is necessary.
Legal challenges can impede timely treatment for severe mental illness.
Mental health patients harmed by being sent to units far from home, report finds
Distance placements of mental health patients from home are causing severe psychological harm and distrust in the system.
Essex mental health inquiry will reveal hundreds more deaths, chair says
The Essex mental health services inquiry will reveal far more than the previously estimated 2,000 deaths, exposing significant systemic failures.
Psychedelics Have a Shaky-Science Problem
Vulnerable patients deserve stronger evidence before using powerful hallucinogens despite the hype surrounding their therapeutic potential.
Man found slumped dead at hospital coffee shop
An investigation follows the discovery of a man dead in a hospital coffee shop for several hours, highlighting patient monitoring concerns.
Marilyn Cote's patients: When I refused to take her medication, she told me I was stupid and that I was going to take my own life'
Marilyn Cote misled patients by posing as a psychiatrist and prescribing dangerous medications, resulting in severe consequences for vulnerable individuals seeking treatment.
The Effectiveness of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
ECT is the most effective treatment for severe depression, with improved methods to lessen memory impact.
Psychotic depression can lead to extreme self-harm thoughts; urgent intervention is necessary.
Legal challenges can impede timely treatment for severe mental illness.
Mental health patients harmed by being sent to units far from home, report finds
Distance placements of mental health patients from home are causing severe psychological harm and distrust in the system.
The death of nurse Susan McGowan has raised concerns over the safety of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro, linked to her unexpected health decline.
Great Ormond Street apologises after children suffered severe harm' under surgeon
Great Ormond Street Hospital is reviewing patient care due to serious harm caused by a former surgeon during limb reconstruction operations.
'My wife died because the NHS used cheap labour'
The tragic death of Susan Pollitt raises serious concerns about the use and regulation of physician associates in NHS care.
NHS patients dying because of problems sharing medical records, coroners warn
Inadequate sharing of NHS patient information has led to preventable deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for improved systems and communication among healthcare providers.
NHS trust in 'fake medical records' scandal can show no proof of investigation
The East London NHS Foundation Trust faces scrutiny over potentially falsified patient records amid claims of ongoing investigation efforts without tangible evidence.
Poor NHS maternity care in danger of becoming normalised, regulator warns
Maternity services in England are facing a crisis, with poor care at risk of becoming normalized according to a CQC report.
Nurse's death linked to approved weight-loss drug
The death of nurse Susan McGowan has raised concerns over the safety of the weight-loss drug Mounjaro, linked to her unexpected health decline.
Great Ormond Street apologises after children suffered severe harm' under surgeon
Great Ormond Street Hospital is reviewing patient care due to serious harm caused by a former surgeon during limb reconstruction operations.
'My wife died because the NHS used cheap labour'
The tragic death of Susan Pollitt raises serious concerns about the use and regulation of physician associates in NHS care.
NHS patients dying because of problems sharing medical records, coroners warn
Inadequate sharing of NHS patient information has led to preventable deaths, emphasizing the urgent need for improved systems and communication among healthcare providers.
NHS trust in 'fake medical records' scandal can show no proof of investigation
The East London NHS Foundation Trust faces scrutiny over potentially falsified patient records amid claims of ongoing investigation efforts without tangible evidence.
Poor NHS maternity care in danger of becoming normalised, regulator warns
Maternity services in England are facing a crisis, with poor care at risk of becoming normalized according to a CQC report.
Warning over banned 'Brazilian Butt Lift' procedures in Essex
Brazilian Butt Lifts pose significant risks, especially the unregulated liquid variant, prompting Redbridge Council to issue warnings and prohibition notices.
In hospital for a week': Hundreds of women hospitalised after botched bum lifts
Unregulated cosmetic procedures, particularly bum lifts, are endangering women, leading to severe health complications and calls for stricter regulations.
British woman, 38, dies after 7k Brazilian butt-lift surgery in Turkey
The tragic death of a British woman from botched cosmetic surgery underscores the risks of low-cost medical procedures abroad.
Warning over banned 'Brazilian Butt Lift' procedures in Essex
Brazilian Butt Lifts pose significant risks, especially the unregulated liquid variant, prompting Redbridge Council to issue warnings and prohibition notices.
In hospital for a week': Hundreds of women hospitalised after botched bum lifts
Unregulated cosmetic procedures, particularly bum lifts, are endangering women, leading to severe health complications and calls for stricter regulations.
British woman, 38, dies after 7k Brazilian butt-lift surgery in Turkey
The tragic death of a British woman from botched cosmetic surgery underscores the risks of low-cost medical procedures abroad.
An Aventura doctor accused of bad penile and breast injections and a $1.3 million fraud
Dr. Muhammad Mirza surrendered his Florida medical license after being sentenced to federal prison for healthcare fraud and questionable medical practices.
13 Entitled Customers Who Tried Scamming Retail Stores And Should Honestly Be Banned From Them
The ADHD telehealth company is identified as a scam for not providing prescribed medication despite charging patients.
Consultations that do not lead to a medication prescription can lead to legal consequences for the original treating physician.
An Aventura doctor accused of bad penile and breast injections and a $1.3 million fraud
Dr. Muhammad Mirza surrendered his Florida medical license after being sentenced to federal prison for healthcare fraud and questionable medical practices.
13 Entitled Customers Who Tried Scamming Retail Stores And Should Honestly Be Banned From Them
The ADHD telehealth company is identified as a scam for not providing prescribed medication despite charging patients.
Consultations that do not lead to a medication prescription can lead to legal consequences for the original treating physician.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Physical therapist made patients feel 'safe,' then sexually abused them, CA suit says
The lawsuit involves seven former patients accusing a physical therapist of sexual assault, prompting serious concerns about oversight in healthcare practices.
Beckenham hospital nurse called patient, 14, type of girl you can rape'
Nurse Niyi Sunday Okegbola was banned for sexual misconduct and inappropriate comments towards colleagues and a 14-year-old patient.
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.
Physical therapist made patients feel 'safe,' then sexually abused them, CA suit says
The lawsuit involves seven former patients accusing a physical therapist of sexual assault, prompting serious concerns about oversight in healthcare practices.
Beckenham hospital nurse called patient, 14, type of girl you can rape'
Nurse Niyi Sunday Okegbola was banned for sexual misconduct and inappropriate comments towards colleagues and a 14-year-old patient.
Dr. Laguna,' accused of botched procedures, now faces criminal charges and new medical board allegations
Dr. Laguna faces felony charges and medical board allegations after a settlement over botched surgeries, revealing serious concerns in cosmetic medicine.
One Miami area plastic surgeon, two Brazilian butt lift deaths, 3 state complaints
Dr. Harry Intsiful faces three complaints and scrutiny after two deaths linked to Brazilian butt lift surgeries, raising serious patient safety concerns.
Orange County plastic surgeon 'Dr. Laguna' charged with felony battery
Dr. Arian Mowlavi faces felony counts following serious allegations of misconduct and battery from former patients and the state medical board.
Concerns over Dr. Mowlavi's professional conduct have led to scrutiny from the state medical board, alongside criminal allegations.
Dr. Laguna,' accused of botched procedures, now faces criminal charges and new medical board allegations
Dr. Laguna faces felony charges and medical board allegations after a settlement over botched surgeries, revealing serious concerns in cosmetic medicine.
One Miami area plastic surgeon, two Brazilian butt lift deaths, 3 state complaints
Dr. Harry Intsiful faces three complaints and scrutiny after two deaths linked to Brazilian butt lift surgeries, raising serious patient safety concerns.
Orange County plastic surgeon 'Dr. Laguna' charged with felony battery
Dr. Arian Mowlavi faces felony counts following serious allegations of misconduct and battery from former patients and the state medical board.
Concerns over Dr. Mowlavi's professional conduct have led to scrutiny from the state medical board, alongside criminal allegations.
Police identify 24 suspects over hospital drug deaths
The investigation into 456 inappropriate patient deaths at a hospital has identified 24 suspects for potential prosecution.
A misplaced arm position can skew blood pressure readings
Incorrect arm positioning during blood pressure readings can significantly overestimate results, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and inappropriate treatment.
Report: Some of UCSF Parnassus Was Sweltering With No Air Conditioning During Heatwave
UCSF Medical Center lacks air conditioning on some floors, causing health hazards during extreme heat.
Perv NYC medic gropes patient, makes creepy comments after being set free after molestation claims: cops
A doctor with a history of sexual offenses has been arrested again for molesting a patient, raising questions about judicial leniency.
Widower hopes for answers as surgeon inquests loom
Catherine Coyne's death raises serious concerns over the 'cleavage-sparing' surgery performed by Ian Paterson, leading to secondary cancer before public scrutiny emerged.
Perv NYC medic gropes patient, makes creepy comments after being set free after molestation claims: cops
A doctor with a history of sexual offenses has been arrested again for molesting a patient, raising questions about judicial leniency.
Widower hopes for answers as surgeon inquests loom
Catherine Coyne's death raises serious concerns over the 'cleavage-sparing' surgery performed by Ian Paterson, leading to secondary cancer before public scrutiny emerged.
Aoife Johnston's parents say recent report was 'pointless' in first interview since her death
The parents of Aoife Johnston demand accountability from the HSE and reveal frustrations over hospital mismanagement after their daughter's tragic death.
Philips new CEO is overhauling company culture and adding a role to the C-suite
Royal Philips emphasized patient safety post-recall by establishing a new C-suite role and fostering a culture of openness and responsibility.
Producing Healthcare: Ensuring the Safety of Medical Goods
The safety of medical goods is vital, relying on stringent quality control and regulatory frameworks to ensure patient well-being.
The closure of Joyce Parker Hospital follows shocking reports of staff abuse, emphasizing the importance of transparency and patient safety in healthcare.
Healthcare technology is advancing, but the adoption in medicine is lagging, risking patient safety.
Innovations like AI and machine learning are critical for improving maternal health outcomes.
New documentaries are highlighting the urgency for reform in healthcare practices and technologies.
Dutch-based Momo Medical raises 6.5M - Silicon Canals
Momo Medical secures €6.5M funding to enhance patient safety technology, aiming to double nursing care capacity in the Netherlands and expand internationally.
How Hospitals Can Make Patients Safer
Healthcare technology is advancing, but the adoption in medicine is lagging, risking patient safety.
Innovations like AI and machine learning are critical for improving maternal health outcomes.
New documentaries are highlighting the urgency for reform in healthcare practices and technologies.
Dutch-based Momo Medical raises 6.5M - Silicon Canals
Momo Medical secures €6.5M funding to enhance patient safety technology, aiming to double nursing care capacity in the Netherlands and expand internationally.
Disability charity refuses to cooperate with HSE review into assault allegations at one of its homes
Allegations of abuse in a care home for a non-verbal female resident with intellectual disabilities expose serious issues related to safety and accountability.
Major probe into Great Ormond Street over operations on 721 kids by 'rogue' surgeon
Great Ormond Street Hospital scandal caused life-altering injuries to children during surgeries, raising concerns about patient safety and operational dysfunction.
At least 22 children harmed in limb reconstructions, with severe injuries and systemic issues within the surgical department.
Great Ormond Street hospital urged to publish highly critical report
Great Ormond Street Hospital families seek the release of a report about serious concerns regarding surgical care and departmental failures.
Major probe into Great Ormond Street over operations on 721 kids by 'rogue' surgeon
Great Ormond Street Hospital scandal caused life-altering injuries to children during surgeries, raising concerns about patient safety and operational dysfunction.
At least 22 children harmed in limb reconstructions, with severe injuries and systemic issues within the surgical department.
Great Ormond Street hospital urged to publish highly critical report
Great Ormond Street Hospital families seek the release of a report about serious concerns regarding surgical care and departmental failures.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Nearly 10% of patients discharged at night died, compared to 4% during the day, highlighting safety concerns.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Night-time discharges from hospitals are linked to higher mortality rates, highlighting the risks associated with reduced staffing and resources during these hours.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Nearly 10% of patients discharged at night died, compared to 4% during the day, highlighting safety concerns.
Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows
Night-time discharges from hospitals are linked to higher mortality rates, highlighting the risks associated with reduced staffing and resources during these hours.