Mental health charities struggling to cope with GP-referral influxMental health charities are overwhelmed, leading to unqualified practitioners treating serious mental health cases.
Most nurses experience workplace violence. Here are the hidden costsWorkplace violence in healthcare is a systemic and growing issue affecting the safety and well-being of nurses and workers.
If You Haven't Been Able To See Your Doctor For Months, This Is WhySeek referrals promptly to avoid delays in care.Utilize telehealth for specialist consultations where applicable.Maintain communication with your primary care provider for better management.Explore group-based care for support and shared experiences.
Bed-bound hospital patients told to soil themselves' amid staff shortageMedway Maritime Hospital is facing serious accusations of neglect and unsafe patient care due to workforce shortages, as highlighted by a recent Care Quality Commission report.
New 1m scanner speeds up hospital treatmentA new £1 million CT scanner enhances diagnostic capabilities and improves patient outcomes for faster and accurate diagnoses.
NYU Langone merges with Long Island hospital as new high-tech facility offering robotic proceduresNYU Langone Health's merger with Long Island Community Hospital enhanced patient services and efficiency in care delivery.
Mental health charities struggling to cope with GP-referral influxMental health charities are overwhelmed, leading to unqualified practitioners treating serious mental health cases.
Most nurses experience workplace violence. Here are the hidden costsWorkplace violence in healthcare is a systemic and growing issue affecting the safety and well-being of nurses and workers.
If You Haven't Been Able To See Your Doctor For Months, This Is WhySeek referrals promptly to avoid delays in care.Utilize telehealth for specialist consultations where applicable.Maintain communication with your primary care provider for better management.Explore group-based care for support and shared experiences.
Bed-bound hospital patients told to soil themselves' amid staff shortageMedway Maritime Hospital is facing serious accusations of neglect and unsafe patient care due to workforce shortages, as highlighted by a recent Care Quality Commission report.
New 1m scanner speeds up hospital treatmentA new £1 million CT scanner enhances diagnostic capabilities and improves patient outcomes for faster and accurate diagnoses.
NYU Langone merges with Long Island hospital as new high-tech facility offering robotic proceduresNYU Langone Health's merger with Long Island Community Hospital enhanced patient services and efficiency in care delivery.
Long-Time Labor & Delivery Nurse Shares How Finally Giving Birth Herself "Humbled" HerNurses often make the worst patients due to difficulty transitioning from caregiver to patient.Personal patient experiences can provide valuable insights that enhance nursing practice.
Free Nursing Notes Template for Accurate Patient DocumentationStructured nursing notes are crucial for detailed patient care documentation, improving clarity and compliance.
Long-Time Labor & Delivery Nurse Shares How Finally Giving Birth Herself "Humbled" HerNurses often make the worst patients due to difficulty transitioning from caregiver to patient.Personal patient experiences can provide valuable insights that enhance nursing practice.
Free Nursing Notes Template for Accurate Patient DocumentationStructured nursing notes are crucial for detailed patient care documentation, improving clarity and compliance.
Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana SrivastavaDelivering bad news requires compassion, yet the reality of healthcare logistics complicates the situation.Patients expect in-person communication about difficult diagnoses; timing and resource constraints challenge this ideal.
Plastic Surgeons Operating on Family: Where to Draw the LineSurgeons are often advised against operating on family members due to ethical concerns.
Here's why a Miami plastic surgeon was fined for post-surgery action (or inaction)A Miami plastic surgeon was fined for inadequate post-operative care after a tummy tuck, underscoring the importance of follow-up procedures.
Cold calling patients with bad news can be excruciating. At those times, instinct is all I can rely on | Ranjana SrivastavaDelivering bad news requires compassion, yet the reality of healthcare logistics complicates the situation.Patients expect in-person communication about difficult diagnoses; timing and resource constraints challenge this ideal.
Plastic Surgeons Operating on Family: Where to Draw the LineSurgeons are often advised against operating on family members due to ethical concerns.
Here's why a Miami plastic surgeon was fined for post-surgery action (or inaction)A Miami plastic surgeon was fined for inadequate post-operative care after a tummy tuck, underscoring the importance of follow-up procedures.
Long wait for a rushed doctor's visit? Maybe you'll get more with a 'membership' feeThe rise of concierge medicine is changing primary care access and dynamics.
Primary Care In Crisis: A Physician's Take on ReformThe importance of primary care has significantly declined over the last 40 years, affecting patient care delivery and outcomes.
Long wait for a rushed doctor's visit? Maybe you'll get more with a 'membership' feeThe rise of concierge medicine is changing primary care access and dynamics.
Primary Care In Crisis: A Physician's Take on ReformThe importance of primary care has significantly declined over the last 40 years, affecting patient care delivery and outcomes.
New Teeth Options - Bone Graft vs. Bone SubstituteChoosing between bone grafting and substitutes is vital for successful cosmetic dental procedures, and it relies on stable jawbone structure.
One in three NHS doctors so tired their ability to treat patients is affected, survey findsOne in three NHS doctors feel so tired their ability to treat patients is impaired, worsened by increased demand and staff shortages.
Staff would not have foreseen patient death - courtMental health staff did not foresee Alice Figueiredo's death, despite her history of self-harm.
From Chasing the Mental Disorder to Meeting the PersonImproving physical health can positively impact mental health.Health practitioners are increasingly acknowledging the interdependence of mental and physical health.Finding a sympathetic provider for mental health can be challenging.
NSW Labor accused of trying to redesign' a mental health system with no psychiatristsNSW Labor's plan to redesign mental health care without psychiatrists raises concerns over patient safety and care quality.
Manslaughter trial ward manager 'soft and gentle'A ward manager faces trial for alleged negligence in the death of a patient, with mixed opinions on his treatment methods.
RPA hospital closes HIV psychiatry clinic with 200 patients after staff resignationsThe resignation of psychiatrists led to the closure of Sydney's HIV psychiatry clinic, impacting over 200 patients.Loss of specialized mental health care for vulnerable HIV patients raises significant concerns.
One in three NHS doctors so tired their ability to treat patients is affected, survey findsOne in three NHS doctors feel so tired their ability to treat patients is impaired, worsened by increased demand and staff shortages.
Staff would not have foreseen patient death - courtMental health staff did not foresee Alice Figueiredo's death, despite her history of self-harm.
From Chasing the Mental Disorder to Meeting the PersonImproving physical health can positively impact mental health.Health practitioners are increasingly acknowledging the interdependence of mental and physical health.Finding a sympathetic provider for mental health can be challenging.
NSW Labor accused of trying to redesign' a mental health system with no psychiatristsNSW Labor's plan to redesign mental health care without psychiatrists raises concerns over patient safety and care quality.
Manslaughter trial ward manager 'soft and gentle'A ward manager faces trial for alleged negligence in the death of a patient, with mixed opinions on his treatment methods.
RPA hospital closes HIV psychiatry clinic with 200 patients after staff resignationsThe resignation of psychiatrists led to the closure of Sydney's HIV psychiatry clinic, impacting over 200 patients.Loss of specialized mental health care for vulnerable HIV patients raises significant concerns.
New Take on Sexual Rehab After Prostate CancerCreating a satisfying sex life is more important than restoring pre-treatment erectile function for prostate cancer survivors.
AI to speed up cancer scan results from three weeks to three days in north-east London hospitalsAI implementation in cancer scans can reduce wait times for results from three weeks to three days.
How AI is transforming medicine - Harvard GazetteArtificial intelligence can significantly enhance medical practice efficiency, reducing administrative burdens and improving patient care.
States try to rein in health insurers' claim denials, with mixed resultsHealth insurers face criticism for using AI to deny care without human intervention, prompting legislative responses.
AI to speed up cancer scan results from three weeks to three days in north-east London hospitalsAI implementation in cancer scans can reduce wait times for results from three weeks to three days.
How AI is transforming medicine - Harvard GazetteArtificial intelligence can significantly enhance medical practice efficiency, reducing administrative burdens and improving patient care.
States try to rein in health insurers' claim denials, with mixed resultsHealth insurers face criticism for using AI to deny care without human intervention, prompting legislative responses.
How Are Hospitals Faring Financially in 2025? - MedCity NewsHospitals began 2025 with improved financial stability but face ongoing cost pressures impacting margins.
Opinion: Oregon can reduce health care costs by stopping hidden facility feesRising healthcare costs force patients to make difficult decisions regarding their care.Hidden facility fees contribute significantly to high medical expenses.Legislation is needed in Oregon to curb deceptive healthcare pricing practices.
How Are Hospitals Faring Financially in 2025? - MedCity NewsHospitals began 2025 with improved financial stability but face ongoing cost pressures impacting margins.
Opinion: Oregon can reduce health care costs by stopping hidden facility feesRising healthcare costs force patients to make difficult decisions regarding their care.Hidden facility fees contribute significantly to high medical expenses.Legislation is needed in Oregon to curb deceptive healthcare pricing practices.
Deficits at NHS trusts in England hit 1.2bn as London hospitals overspend by 51m, new analysis showsNHS provider trusts in England overspent £1.2 billion last year, posing serious risks to future patient care and government reform plans.
Streeting says hell of a lot' still to do after PM says NHS has met its two million extra appointments pledge UK politics liveDespite achieving two million extra NHS appointments, significant improvements are still needed in NHS care and administration in England.
Care of 800 patients reviewed amid surgeon concernsAn external review will evaluate care provided to 800 patients at Addenbrooke's Hospital following a surgeon's suspension due to treatment concerns.
Inside the Royal Free - what it tells us about the NHSNHS hospitals are under severe pressure, often having to treat patients in corridors due to overcrowding.
Clive Myrie: What I saw during my 24 hours at a London hospitalPatients like Raymond highlight the emotional and social challenges the NHS faces amid winter pressures.
Deficits at NHS trusts in England hit 1.2bn as London hospitals overspend by 51m, new analysis showsNHS provider trusts in England overspent £1.2 billion last year, posing serious risks to future patient care and government reform plans.
Streeting says hell of a lot' still to do after PM says NHS has met its two million extra appointments pledge UK politics liveDespite achieving two million extra NHS appointments, significant improvements are still needed in NHS care and administration in England.
Care of 800 patients reviewed amid surgeon concernsAn external review will evaluate care provided to 800 patients at Addenbrooke's Hospital following a surgeon's suspension due to treatment concerns.
Inside the Royal Free - what it tells us about the NHSNHS hospitals are under severe pressure, often having to treat patients in corridors due to overcrowding.
Clive Myrie: What I saw during my 24 hours at a London hospitalPatients like Raymond highlight the emotional and social challenges the NHS faces amid winter pressures.
Plans to abolish NHS England raises concerns amongst MPs as this could lead to thousands of job cuts - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comConcerns arise over proposed abolition of NHS England, risking job losses.Keir Starmer advocates for NHS reform to restore democratic control.Government aims to cut bureaucracy and enhance patient care through NHS changes.
Sent home to heal, patients avoid wait for rehab home bedsHome rehabilitation programs can ease hospital overcrowding.Innovative approaches to care can enhance patient recovery and comfort.Medical studies are exploring efficient home care solutions.
Plans to abolish NHS England raises concerns amongst MPs as this could lead to thousands of job cuts - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comConcerns arise over proposed abolition of NHS England, risking job losses.Keir Starmer advocates for NHS reform to restore democratic control.Government aims to cut bureaucracy and enhance patient care through NHS changes.
Sent home to heal, patients avoid wait for rehab home bedsHome rehabilitation programs can ease hospital overcrowding.Innovative approaches to care can enhance patient recovery and comfort.Medical studies are exploring efficient home care solutions.
The Shocking Facts About Yearly MammogramsMedical guidelines based on satisficing may not prioritize optimal care for all patients.
Don't be afraid to cry or to interrupt: doctors' tips for making the most of your medical appointmentBe clear and upfront about your concerns when visiting a doctor for effective communication.
Stay Well: What can I do to relieve my haemorrhoids?Hemorrhoids, or piles, are common and not a source of embarrassment for patients when discussing with their doctors.
Don't be afraid to cry or to interrupt: doctors' tips for making the most of your medical appointmentBe clear and upfront about your concerns when visiting a doctor for effective communication.
Stay Well: What can I do to relieve my haemorrhoids?Hemorrhoids, or piles, are common and not a source of embarrassment for patients when discussing with their doctors.
'Why I Chose My Specialty': Resident Physicians Share Personal Journeys in Medicine - News CenterResident physicians at McGaw Medical Center share diverse motivations for their specialties, focusing on patient interactions and varied medical challenges.
Alive: An Alternative Anatomy by Gabriel Weston review our bodies in an eye-opening new lightThe process of medical education fosters humility and curiosity about patients' perceptions of their bodies.
When This Stanford Professor Got Cancer, He Decided to Teach a Class About ItDr. Bryant Lin chose to teach a class on his terminal illness, inspiring students despite facing Stage 4 lung cancer.
'Why I Chose My Specialty': Resident Physicians Share Personal Journeys in Medicine - News CenterResident physicians at McGaw Medical Center share diverse motivations for their specialties, focusing on patient interactions and varied medical challenges.
Alive: An Alternative Anatomy by Gabriel Weston review our bodies in an eye-opening new lightThe process of medical education fosters humility and curiosity about patients' perceptions of their bodies.
When This Stanford Professor Got Cancer, He Decided to Teach a Class About ItDr. Bryant Lin chose to teach a class on his terminal illness, inspiring students despite facing Stage 4 lung cancer.
The Future of Healthcare: How It Can Be Used to Save a Few Billion Lives | HackerNoonModern medicine faces challenges with patient communication leading to diagnosis errors and unsatisfactory care, highlighting a need for systemic improvements.
'It is super rewarding' - Ireland's first female consultant neurosurgeon on the patients that keep her going every dayDr. Catherine Moran's passion for patients drives her rewarding career as Ireland's first female consultant neurosurgeon.
The Future of Healthcare: How It Can Be Used to Save a Few Billion Lives | HackerNoonModern medicine faces challenges with patient communication leading to diagnosis errors and unsatisfactory care, highlighting a need for systemic improvements.
'It is super rewarding' - Ireland's first female consultant neurosurgeon on the patients that keep her going every dayDr. Catherine Moran's passion for patients drives her rewarding career as Ireland's first female consultant neurosurgeon.
Top 10 Groundbreaking Medical Technologies That Are The Innovative Health Solutions We Need - Yanko DesignGroundbreaking medical innovations are transforming healthcare and improving patient outcomes through enhanced technology and understanding of biological systems.
What if AI ran ER triage? Here's how it sped up patient care in real-world testsAI can significantly improve the triage process in emergency rooms, enhancing patient flow and reducing wait times.
AI Tool of the Week: How Arts en Zorg's Complaint Checker cuts wait times & boosts efficiency in primary care - Silicon CanalsAI-driven tools can simplify patient triage and improve healthcare efficiency, but adoption remains a challenge among patients and practitioners.
AI chatbots outperform doctors in diagnosing patients, study findsAI chatbots can outperform physicians in diagnostic accuracy and reasoning, suggesting a significant potential for improving patient care.
AI Tool of the Week: How Arts en Zorg's Complaint Checker cuts wait times & boosts efficiency in primary care - Silicon CanalsAI-driven tools can simplify patient triage and improve healthcare efficiency, but adoption remains a challenge among patients and practitioners.
AI chatbots outperform doctors in diagnosing patients, study findsAI chatbots can outperform physicians in diagnostic accuracy and reasoning, suggesting a significant potential for improving patient care.
Patients are waiting two years for new medicines, Pfizer chief tells TaoiseachSpeeding up the reimbursement process for new medicines is crucial for timely patient access.
Vhi extends cover for members in Kingsbridge private hospital in Belfast under a new agreementVhi's members can now access Kingsbridge Healthcare Group facilities for faster medical services.
Map shows alarming decline in number of pharmacies across London as experts warn of 'increasing pressure to meet demand'The number of pharmacies in London is declining rapidly, threatening patient access to essential services.
Patients are waiting two years for new medicines, Pfizer chief tells TaoiseachSpeeding up the reimbursement process for new medicines is crucial for timely patient access.
Vhi extends cover for members in Kingsbridge private hospital in Belfast under a new agreementVhi's members can now access Kingsbridge Healthcare Group facilities for faster medical services.
Map shows alarming decline in number of pharmacies across London as experts warn of 'increasing pressure to meet demand'The number of pharmacies in London is declining rapidly, threatening patient access to essential services.
The Impact of Misdiagnosed Autoimmune DisordersAutoimmune disorders and psychiatric symptoms frequently overlap, leading to misdiagnosis and adverse patient outcomes.
Abortion pill prescriptions are now being tracked in parts of the US - with help from a little-known tech companyStates are now monitoring abortion pills like other controlled substances, raising concerns over access and patient care.The controlled status of abortion pills misoprostol and mifepristone may negatively impact their use for other medical conditions.
Opinion | Kennedy Wants to Cure Chronic Disease. Here's What He's Up Against.The healthcare system inadequately addresses chronic disease prevention and management, inadequately supporting patients' ability to implement lifestyle changes.
Pass the BuckStrikes by healthcare workers highlight the dysfunction in the healthcare system that prioritizes profits over patient care.
Opinion | Kennedy Wants to Cure Chronic Disease. Here's What He's Up Against.The healthcare system inadequately addresses chronic disease prevention and management, inadequately supporting patients' ability to implement lifestyle changes.
Pass the BuckStrikes by healthcare workers highlight the dysfunction in the healthcare system that prioritizes profits over patient care.
The musicians sparking memories and emotions for people with brain injuriesLive music significantly enhances recovery for brain injury patients, aiding memory and emotional processing.
Nursing home assistant sexually assaulted patient multiple times, California cops sayA nursing assistant has been arrested for multiple sexual assaults on a patient at a nursing home in California.
How Trump's cuts to U.S. biomedical research will slash jobs and kill life-saving curesFunding cuts threaten biomedical research jobs and patient health across America.Rural patients may miss critical therapies due to cuts in research budgets.Research funding destabilization affects both red and blue states.
Nurses at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn prepare to strike as contract negotiations continue * Brooklyn PaperUnion nurses at NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn prepare for a potential strike unless contract demands on staffing and wages are met.
What happens to your body when you're under anesthesia?Dr. Patel uses guided imagery and 'verbal anesthesia' to help patients relax before surgery, enhancing their comfort during the procedure.
Rethinking Fibromyalgia: Nociplastic Pain's Big ImpactChronic nociplastic pain in rheumatologic patients requires specialized management, as it often does not respond to traditional therapies.
Paediatrician tells inquest of feelings of betrayal' after son's sepsis deathA consultant paediatrician is unable to work after her son died due to medical negligence at a hospital where she served for over 20 years.
'Missed opportunities' by hospital to prevent death of baby after rupture of mother's womb, coroner findsThe Midlands Regional Hospital admitted deficiencies in care that may have prevented a tragic outcome during childbirth.
Paediatrician tells inquest of feelings of betrayal' after son's sepsis deathA consultant paediatrician is unable to work after her son died due to medical negligence at a hospital where she served for over 20 years.
'Missed opportunities' by hospital to prevent death of baby after rupture of mother's womb, coroner findsThe Midlands Regional Hospital admitted deficiencies in care that may have prevented a tragic outcome during childbirth.
A Conversation with Dr. Abdelrhman Maher Abo-ZedDr. Abo-Zed emphasizes the critical and evolving nature of ICU medicine, highlighting teamwork and decisive action as essential components of patient care.
Boots pharmacy at Kingston Hospital reopens after refurb to cut wait timesThe refurbishment of Boots pharmacy at Kingston Hospital has significantly reduced patient waiting times and improved overall accessibility and experience.
Meet the Cook Who Wants You to Love Hospital FoodHospital meals can significantly impact recovery; Bill Freeman aims to make food part of that process through quality and care.
Storm Eowyn: 'As the wind howled, I heard that dreaded bleep - my dialysis machine had lost all power'Lana Devine's kidney dialysis treatment was interrupted by a power outage caused by Storm Éowyn.
Parkinson's patient 'feels cured' with new deviceThe deep brain stimulation implant offers significant relief from Parkinson's symptoms, enhancing the quality of life for patients.