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Black women in Massachusetts face far worse maternal health outcomes than white women, prompting urgent calls for change.

Declining health support in Afghanistan leads to perilous maternal and infant health crises, resulting in increased deaths during childbirth.

The Independent is committed to providing free, quality journalism while highlighting significant healthcare changes in the UK.

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism, particularly during critical times, and highlights innovative healthcare initiatives in England.

Quality journalism should be accessible to all, fostering factual reporting amidst political challenges.

Neurodiversity-affirming care improves trust in healthcare providers and combats systemic stigma against neurodiverse individuals.

Over 105,000 patients left A&Es early last year, many before triage.

Healthcare workers face significant risks in understaffed environments, exemplified by Patrick Hennessy's attack at a homeless shelter.

Parents are distressed over potentially unnecessary hip dysplasia surgeries performed on children, prompting independent assessments and calls for accountability.

Wales plans to prioritize 'fit and well' patients for surgery to reduce waiting lists.

Missed appointments may lead to patients being sent back to their GP.

In England, paramedics face serious delays in handing over patients, impacting care and leading to fatalities.

A second child has died from measles in Texas, highlighting the critical importance of vaccination against the virus.

Shingles vaccine linked to 1.3% reduced risk of dementia diagnosis among recipients.

Measles cases are on the rise in the U.S., alarming healthcare providers who have never seen the disease in practice.

More than 105,000 patients left A&E departments before completing care last year.

Missed doses of critical medications in A&E jeopardize patient safety, necessitating reliable medication management by both patients and NHS staff.

Mark Barry was found incompetent, resulting in patient harm, and was ruled unfit to practice by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

AI is revolutionizing work laptops, enhancing productivity in healthcare while ensuring patient privacy.

Top law firms in healthcare support innovation, technology, and expertise in various legal areas to benefit life sciences and healthcare clients.

The individual service aspect in medicine is diminishing due to corporate influences.

Protests in San Francisco highlight public anger over Trump's policies on tariffs, budget cuts, and immigrant deportations.

The Trump administration's withholding of NIH grant funding disrupts critical health research.

Dr. Mehmet Oz's confirmation as CMS head raises concerns about conflicts of interest and potential dangers to U.S. healthcare.

Medi-Cal reliance in congressional districts poses challenges amidst political changes, with budget cuts threatening essential healthcare services for vulnerable populations.

Demonstrators protested nationwide against Trump’s policies, focusing on economic issues and systemic injustices.

The government has decided to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering insurance executive Brian Thompson.

The Los Gatos Pageant tour provides insight into local history and culture.

'Second Nature' exhibition explores the intersection of climate change and colonial legacies.

'Afro-Argentine (In)Visibility' showcases the first miniseries starring Afro-Argentines.

The Haas Healthcare Conference emphasizes connections among healthcare leaders.

Andrea Evangelina Rodriguez Perozo defied Trujillo's regime with her healthcare work despite growing isolation and personal struggles.

Data breaches remain a serious threat, and enabling multifactor authentication is crucial for enhancing email security.

Healthcare-related data breaches expose sensitive personal information, amplifying the need for robust cybersecurity measures.

Data encryption is being proposed as a standard requirement for healthcare organizations to protect patient information.

Oracle is under scrutiny for handling multiple data breaches, particularly affecting its healthcare subsidiary, Oracle Health.

A significant data breach has occurred at Vitenas Cosmetic Surgery, compromising sensitive patient information and internal documents due to a cyberattack.

Dameron Hospital faced major cybersecurity breaches in 2017 and 2023, revealing troubling patterns in their breach notification and response.

Dr. Mehmet Oz confirmed as administrator of CMS, promises to improve Medicare and Medicaid oversight amidst debates on funding cuts.

Dr. Mehmet Oz confirmed as Administrator for Medicare and Medicaid, overseeing a $2.6 trillion budget.

A US healthcare executive has sued John Oliver for defamation after being quoted out of context in a Medicaid segment on Last Week Tonight.

Dr. Mehmet Oz's Senate confirmation to lead healthcare oversight signifies a pivotal moment for US healthcare policy amidst ongoing debates over Medicaid.

Xavier Becerra is running for California governor, emphasizing the need to address the affordability crisis facing the state.

Trump's support increased statewide in California, showing a shift in voter sentiment despite challenges with party policies affecting critical services.

Kimberly F. Volpe appointed chief nurse executive at The Brooklyn Hospital Center, bringing over 20 years of healthcare leadership experience.

A retired nurse returned to thank her colleagues for saving her life after a near-fatal COVID-19 battle.

California community colleges and CSU system collaborate to address nursing shortages through the Nursing 2035 Initiative.

Logan Murphy suffered a fatal cardiac arrest after a prolonged wait for assessment in a hospital, despite urgent referral by a GP.

Unwarranted hip dysplasia surgeries performed on children raise serious concerns for parents and healthcare providers.

Public dissatisfaction with the NHS has reached record levels driven by access, wait times, and staffing issues, despite ongoing belief in its founding principles.

The government has agreed to a new funding package for pharmacies in England, addressing long-standing financial challenges.

Immigrants play a crucial role in the UK healthcare sector, yet discussions about them often dehumanize their contributions.

Lalit Gohil struggles to receive adequate physiotherapy due to unreliable transport after a serious car accident.

Krishna Mahay dedicated nearly 40 years to Sangam Surgery, becoming a cherished figure known for her kindness and exceptional service.

Santa Clara County's acquisition reopens Regional Medical Center as a Level II trauma center after community efforts to preserve access to emergency care.

Mount Sinai Medical Center is developing a new freestanding ER and hospital in Miami-Dade to enhance healthcare accessibility in the Westchester community.

Luigi Mangione's alleged killing of a healthcare CEO highlights societal frustrations with the healthcare system.

Mangione's actions reflect underlying frustrations with the health insurance industry, culminating in a tragic incident that raised concerns about societal attitudes toward healthcare.

Federal prosecutors aim for the death penalty against Luigi Mangione for the premeditated murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

Federal prosecutors will seek death penalty for Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering CEO Brian Thompson.

Mangione faces both federal and state charges for the assassination.

A man was stabbed in Woolwich but his condition has improved and is no longer life-threatening.

Crucial trauma services have returned to Regional Medical Center in San Jose after a year of community advocacy.

Santa Clara County has acquired Regional Medical Center, restoring vital health services previously threatened by private ownership.

Fine-grained classification of social support and isolation enhances understanding of their impacts on health.

Creating a gold standard data set for NLP requires diverse patient notes with targeted annotations to enhance accuracy in understanding social support and isolation.

HHS is undergoing a major overhaul, resulting in layoffs of up to 10,000 employees, aiming to restructure the department's operations.