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fromFast Company
1 day ago

The quiet ban that could change how AI talks to you

"The people of Illinois deserve quality healthcare from real, qualified professionals and not computer programs that pull information from all corners of the internet to generate responses that harm patients," IDFPR Secretary Mario Treto, Jr. said.
Mental health
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Washington hospital fires fifteen nurses after 12-year-old patient's suicide

Fifteen nurses have since been fired, and another disciplined, amid questions over how Niyimbona was able to leave her room undetected.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Emergency care at Lucy Letby hospital falls short of legal standards, CQC finds

The Countess of Chester hospital's emergency care is found inadequate, with critical gaps in sepsis treatment and overcrowding affecting patient safety and dignity.
UK news
#healthcare
fromIndependent
2 months ago
NYC parents

Another hospital suspended from NTPF treatment funding scheme over potential financial irregularities

fromIndependent
2 months ago
NYC parents

Another hospital suspended from NTPF treatment funding scheme over potential financial irregularities

Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Doctors used phone torches to operate in power cut

Surgeons halted an operation at Great Ormond Street Hospital due to a power cut, utilizing mobile phone light to close the wound.
#nhs
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Surgeon banned by private practice is working for NHS

A surgeon banned from a private healthcare company due to patient safety concerns continues to operate in the NHS.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
3 weeks ago

6 Health Systems that Faced Worker Strikes This Month - MedCity News

Frontline healthcare workers are on strike nationwide to address unsafe patient care conditions and poor management responses.
#ai-in-healthcare
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Police are investigating a man's death after he was pulled into MRI machine

A man's death resulted from being pulled into an MRI machine while wearing a metallic chain.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

For-Profit Hospital Chain Reportedly Left Patient Lying in Pool of His Own Blood

A 68-year-old patient at an Encompass facility in Jackson, Tennessee, was found lying in a pool of his own blood after staff turned off an alarm meant to alert nurses.
Healthcare
from6abc Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

61-year-old man in critical condition after being pulled into MRI machine while wearing metal chain

A man was pulled into an MRI machine while wearing a metal chain, resulting in critical injuries.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Fake doctor jailed for illegal circumcisions

Mohammed Alazawi, 54, was sentenced to nine years for carrying out multiple unsafe and illegal circumcisions across the UK, including in the West Midlands.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Physician associates need new job title, says review

"Where capacity was limited in local services, gaps in medical posts were sometimes covered by PAs, without taking into account their more limited training or ensuring that supervisors had the necessary understanding of the roles and the time and skills required to provide appropriate oversight."
Healthcare
#medical-tourism
#plastic-surgery
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Proposed Bill Would Allow Doctors Who Fail Drug Tests to Keep Practicing Without Discipline, Disclosure

The proposed California law, Assembly Bill 408, would allow physicians with substance abuse issues to enter a confidential diversion program without public disciplinary consequences.
Public health
#maternity-care
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Hundreds of women face potentially longer journey for maternity care in patient safety move

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Hundreds of women face potentially longer journey for maternity care in patient safety move

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Hundreds of women face potentially longer journey for maternity care in patient safety move

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Hundreds of women face potentially longer journey for maternity care in patient safety move

#substance-abuse
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Patient sues Kaiser Permanente alleging infection linked to 2023 sterilization issue

Michael G. Ryan filed a lawsuit against Kaiser Permanente San Diego after developing a life-threatening infection post-knee replacement surgery, alleging lapses in sterilization at Zion Medical Center.
Healthcare
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

GP surgery kept in special measures as it 'can't give consistently high-quality care'

CQC inspectors found the leadership of the practice unable to demonstrate their "capability to deliver consistently high-quality care and treatment".
Public health
#medical-errors
Public health
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

NHS trust accused of 'at best cavalier, at worst deceitful' behaviour after deleting emails | Computer Weekly

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust failed to disclose critical evidence and misrepresented patient safety concerns raised by whistleblower Chris Day.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Government ignoring pelvic mesh reforms - advocate

"This is a complex area of work and the government is carefully considering the patient safety commissioner's recommendations in full."
Health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How Trauma Informed Care Can Change Your Medical Experience

Trauma-informed care is a healthcare approach that recognizes how past trauma can shape a patient's experience, prioritizing emotional and physical safety.
Public health
fromwww.ilfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

GP 'wrongly allowed to return to work after sexual assault on patient'

Dr Varaha Konathala inappropriately touched a woman's breasts with sexual motivations, leading to a High Court judge ruling against his return to medical practice.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Woman left fighting for life as fake Botox beautician apologises

One woman nearly died and others fell seriously ill after receiving illegal anti-wrinkle injections.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Medical Council urged to review how sick certs are being issued online with no phone or video consultations

"When it comes to someone's health, it is vital that a consultation takes place between a doctor and patient."
Health
#cybersecurity
Healthcare
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Central Maine Healthcare tackles suspected cybersecurity issue; hospitals remain open

Central Maine Healthcare responded proactively to unusual activity in their systems, ensuring patient safety while remaining operational amid the incident.
#ivf
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Funding for further EHR deployments 'vitally important,' VA secretary says

The Department of Veterans Affairs must fully deploy its new electronic health record system to enhance veteran care and retain clinicians.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

HSE apologises to child immunised with used needle during Covid-19 jab

The HSE has acknowledged its failure in the administration of the Covid-19 vaccine to 13-year-old Ella Mockler Mulhern, revealing both the incorrect vaccine and the reuse of a needle.
NYC parents
#brazilian-butt-lift
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

State rescinds suspension efforts for troubled nursing home in Hollywood

Brier Oak on Sunset's license suspension was dropped after clarifying death incidents occurred outside of the required two-year window.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

The Abbey Wood care home where staff 'don't know what Parkinson's is'

Investigators described a poor culture at Cedar Court with a level of complacency and a lack of empathy shown towards people and their care.
Mental health
#medical-ethics
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Toronto doctor's obstetrical and gynecological care was neglectful, patients allege | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Toronto doctor's obstetrical and gynecological care was neglectful, patients allege | CBC News

fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Senior doctor's failures in teenager's care at London hospital amounted to gross negligence'

The tribunal found Professor Richard Thompson's failures in caring for Martha Mills amounted to gross negligence, notably for not referring her to intensive care despite clear indicators of sepsis.
UK news
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

Goodmayes Hospital's NHS trust found guilty after patient takes life

"Alice Figueredo's tragic death highlights severe lapses in mental health care, where Benjamin Aninakwa failed to act on numerous warning signs and self-harm incidents."
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Doctor guilty of misconduct over case of girl, 13, whose death led to Martha's rule

A senior doctor was found guilty of misconduct for failing to properly assess a patient, leading to severe consequences.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Six key points in CHI report sent to gardai - from staff suing each other to potential lifelong impact of delayed treatment

Toxic work environments at CHI may endanger patient safety.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

State moves to suspend licenses of troubled L.A. nursing home companies

California is moving to suspend licenses of seven nursing facilities for repeated severe health violations linked to patient deaths.
Alternative medicine
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Bill would create program for doctors with substance use, other disorders

Tina Minasian questions California's medical treatment bill for doctors with substance use issues, stressing public safety in healthcare.
Healthcare
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Can healthcare go green without compromising safety?

U.S. hospitals generate almost six million tons of waste each year, significantly from single-use devices in operating rooms.
NYC parents
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Why are children's hospitals under scrutiny and will all of these audits make any difference?

Children's hospitals are under scrutiny due to reports highlighting management failures and potentially unnecessary surgeries, raising serious health concerns for affected children.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Five most overcrowded hospitals this month revealed as nurses warn of 'unacceptable levels' on trolleys

Over 8,000 patients in Irish hospitals are waiting for beds, signaling ongoing overcrowding challenges despite a slight decrease from previous months.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

French court to sentence former surgeon who abused children for decades

Former surgeon Joel Le Scouarnec faces 20 years prison for sexually abusing hundreds of patients, primarily children under 15.
Healthcare
fromDatabreaches
2 months ago

Texas Doctor Who Falsely Diagnosed Patients as Part of Insurance Fraud Scheme Sentenced to 10 Years' Imprisonment

A Texas doctor defrauded insurers of over $118 million by altering patient records and falsely diagnosing them with chronic illnesses.
#unitedhealth
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Healthcare

US nursing home employees: do you have information about UnitedHealth's nursing home practices?

UnitedHealth employees allege that safety was compromised to cut costs in Medicare Advantage ISNPs.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago
Healthcare

UnitedHealth paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers: Report

UnitedHealth allegedly paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers, risking patient health and safety.
Delayed transfers have resulted in serious medical consequences for patients, including permanent brain damage.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US nursing home employees: do you have information about UnitedHealth's nursing home practices?

UnitedHealth employees allege that safety was compromised to cut costs in Medicare Advantage ISNPs.
Healthcare
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

UnitedHealth paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers: Report

UnitedHealth allegedly paid nursing homes to reduce hospital transfers, risking patient health and safety.
Delayed transfers have resulted in serious medical consequences for patients, including permanent brain damage.
SF parents
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Over 2,200 families may be caught up in children's hip surgeries controversy

A clinical audit of pediatric hip surgeries since 2010 revealed concerns, prompting communication with thousands of affected families.
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